SWA Masterclass Sibelius Ultimate

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.