Sibelius

SWA Masterclass Sibelius Ultimate

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23 Videos | 7hrs 14min 22sec

Get the score of your dreams without the hassle of trial and error! In this Sibelius | Ultimate masterclass, you’ll unlock the secrets of music notation to bring your ideas to life faster…

$49.95

Overview

Get the score of your dreams without the hassle of trial and error! In this Sibelius | Ultimate masterclass, you’ll unlock the secrets of music notation to bring your ideas to life faster than ever. With this tutorial, you’ll go from setup to polished parts in no time—whether you’re scoring for vocals, rhythm, or horns.

Master Sibelius Ultimate effortlessly with this comprehensive tutorial, perfect for musicians and composers aiming to create professional scores quickly. Discover shortcuts, layout tricks, and expert techniques to streamline your workflow.

What you’ll get:

  • Precision in your parts without endless reformatting—create beautifully laid-out scores that make rehearsal and performance a breeze.
  • Custom shortcuts and time-saving tools so you can input, edit, and export in record time.
  • Full flexibility for every instrument—from slash chords and grand staves to vocal leads and horn parts.

In this video series, you’ll learn how to style your score with House Styles, master note entry (using shortcuts, plugins, and real-time MIDI input!), and export audio and PDFs effortlessly. Plus, with included Sibelius files, you can follow along and get your arrangements production-ready from day one.

Introduction

  • Learn about the course and what to expect.
  • Discover how the course is structured for your success.
  • Get an overview of the Sibelius interface to start navigating like a pro.

Sibelius Interface

  • Learn how to use the Quick Start Window to kickstart your projects.
  • Take a guided tour of the interface to familiarize yourself with its layout.
  • Explore the Ribbon and uncover its essential tools.
  • Understand the File Menu and its key functions.
  • Master the Parts Window for efficient score navigation.
  • Discover how to use the Keypad for note input and editing.

Sibelius Centric

  • Master essential keyboard shortcuts to save time.
  • Learn key tips to boost your workflow efficiency.
  • Discover how to use Panorama for a better score overview.
  • Understand the difference between staff passages and system passages.
  • Unlock the power of Opt-Click for quick actions.Learn how to select objects and staves effectively.
  • Use filtering techniques to isolate specific elements in your score.
  • Simplify your work with duplication tricks.
  • Toggle the Keypad for faster editing.
  • Access powerful features with the right-click menu.
  • Learn how to copy and paste multiple elements efficiently.
  • Explore plug-ins to extend Sibelius’ capabilities.

Keyboard Shortcuts and Plug-ins

  • Familiarize yourself with default keyboard shortcuts.
  • Learn how to create custom shortcuts to suit your needs.
  • Discover the most useful default plug-ins.
  • Learn how to install and manage new plug-ins.

Audio and Mixer

  • Understand the Play Tab and its functions.
  • Learn how to configure your audio settings.
  • Set up and manage playback devices.
  • Take a tour of the mixer and learn how to control your sound.
  • Use performance controls to refine playback.

Note Input

  • Learn to input notes using point-and-click.
  • Discover how to use the computer keyboard for note input.
  • Master using a MIDI keyboard to enter notes efficiently.
  • Explore Flextime for real-time note input.
  • Learn how to import MIDI files into Sibelius.
  • Discover how to import scores via MusicXML.
  • Understand tuplets and how to input them easily.
  • Learn how to re-input pitches in your score.
  • Master transposing notes with ease.
  • Work effectively with all four staff voices.
  • Learn the techniques of cross-staff beaming.

Notations

  • Learn how to add and work with clefs.
  • Master time signatures and how to apply them.
  • Discover how to manage key signatures in your scores.
  • Learn how to add and customize barlines.
  • Work with lines and symbols for added detail.
  • Customize noteheads to suit your needs.
  • Add brackets and braces to enhance your scores.
  • Learn how to control beaming for cleaner notation.
  • Add graphics to bring your scores to life.

Keypad

  • Discover how to work with dotted notes.
  • Learn the functions of Layout 1 for common notes.
  • Explore Layout 2 for additional note options.
  • Master Layout 3 for beams and tremolos.
  • Learn about Layout 4 for articulations.
  • Use Layout 5 for jazz articulations.
  • Understand Layout 6 for accidentals.
  • Explore Finale-style Keypad options for added flexibility.

Text

  • Learn how to edit text styles and fonts for customization.
  • Master adding system text to your scores.
  • Create and edit blank page text.
  • Add staff text for specific notations.
  • Understand expressions and dynamics for better playback.
  • Learn to add lyrics with precision.
  • Create and edit chord symbols.
  • Customize chord fonts to match your style.
  • Unlock the potential of wildcards for dynamic text.

Layout

  • Learn how to set up your document for professional results.
  • Adjust staff spacing to achieve the perfect look.
  • Use Auto Breaks to control score layout automatically.
  • Learn how to create and manage multirests.
  • Master page layout for polished scores.
  • Add page numbers to keep your scores organized.
  • Effectively use rehearsal marks for clear communication.
  • Customize instrument names for clarity.
  • Learn how to manage and format bar numbers.
  • Perfect the appearance of individual parts.
  • Copy part layouts to save time and effort.
  • Add headers and footers for a professional touch.

Charts

  • Learn how to create a lead sheet for any project.
  • Discover the steps to build a chord chart.
  • Master creating a master rhythm chart.
  • Learn how to create drum set charts with ease.
  • Create horn charts for brass sections.
  • Build custom guitar charts for your scores.
  • Learn how to format bass charts effectively.
  • Create keyboard charts for versatile arrangements.
  • Master the creation of vocal charts for singers.

Score

  • Learn how to optimize your score layout.
  • Prepare SATB scores with ease.

Audio Export and Printing

  • Set up mixer settings for professional audio export.
  • Add horn falls playback for expressive scores.
  • Use the Inspector panel to refine your playback settings.
  • Change instrument sounds to suit your arrangement.
  • Learn how to hide staves for a clean playback.
  • Discover audio export options for sharing your music.
  • Export PDFs of your scores and parts.
  • Learn how to print your scores and parts perfectly.

Wrap-Up

  • Discover the top ten Sibelius tips to take your skills further.

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