Making Music Your Way Without the High Price Tag SaveSo many changes in the industry since I first wrote about notation software. My needs were simple and can no longer attest to the value of high end notation software. Therefore go forth to search for some more recent testaments of the software. For me now it’s MuseScore3. The market has changed significantly. Score Writer which I used was great for a low end software, it’s changed...

Resources for Scoring Your Music Save Save The notation software has had many improvements and competition. Some of the biggies are still improving for the professional score makers. Mid to low range software with good functionality shows up across the realm. I can no longer keep up with the changes. So if you need power plan to spend the dollars. If you need something to just get it down in readable format, then try out demo versions of the...

Several Highly Recommended Courses – Music Related The following lists are recommendations for further expanding your music interests and development. Some are designed to help you with creativity or development of skills.  Development Recommendations With changes in the landscape I’m reviewing some new recommendations for the beginner and seasoned musician.

Sources to Get Printed and Downloadable Music There are several sources on the web to find paid and free sheet music. Some are the very simple to download or copy and paste as a graphic image. Here are some of our favorite places to find some of those great free downloads. free-scores.com free-scores.com is an interesting site where musicians can upload their work and you can download much of it for free. This site is hosted in France and aims...

Guitar Music TheoryApplying Music Theory with Your Guitar Whether you play the guitar, banjo, bass, or any stringed instrument they all have one thing in common.  What’s that you ask? It’s that every instrument has to deal with the laws of music theory. So no matter what you play you should know the music theory associated with rhythm, notes, key signatures, scales, harmony, and the rest. I see where students or beginners search for...

Software You Can Use for Working with Your Guitar! Currently we are examining new software. Many of those that were available didn’t get the support needed. We’ll add new options here as we discover them.

Get a University Level Music Education at Home with Materials of Music A superb music skills book by Robert Reno created to help music students become better musicians!  Every great musician I know is working on their music knowledge and moving their music skills forward. Most continue to learn applied music theory and application to better their composition, arrangement, and understanding of music structure. This skills book, with worksheets...