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My Favourite Dorico Shortcut
A quick engraving tip for Dorico users: turning the “Edit → Remove Rests” menu item into a custom shortcut saves time when cleaning up multiple voices or final bars with anacrusis. A small workflow tweak that keeps scores clean and layouts precise.
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Why Score Collections Matter More Than People Think
A short reflection on why sheet‑music collections are more powerful than most people realise. Clean engraving, consistent layout, and thoughtful organisation make collections easier for teachers, clearer for students, and more discoverable across the catalogue.
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What’s the Difference Between Level 1 and Level 2 Piano Reductions?
A concise explanation of how Level 1 and Level 2 piano reductions differ in both musical content and engraving style. This post outlines the pedagogical purpose behind each level and how they fit into the growing PhysMuse catalogue.
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Why I Care About Readable Music
Readable music isn’t just a matter of aesthetics, it’s a matter of respect. When a player opens a score, they’re trusting the page to guide them. Clear notation removes friction, reduces hesitation, and lets the music speak without distraction. I’ve come to see readability as one of the most important parts of the creative process.…
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Three Engraving Tweaks That Make Any Lead Sheet More Readable
I have been pondering what gives a lead sheet value. What does it need in order to fulfill its purpose to the best advantage. When you’re teaching or performing from a lead sheet, clarity isn’t a luxury, it’s the whole point. A clean page keeps the focus on the music, not the layout. I have…
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ArrangeMe
I have been looking at building a catalogue of scores on ArrangeMe, where you can sell scores that you have created, whether they are original, public domain works or new engravings of scores. I have been concentrating on public domain works and looking at either faithful reproductions or amending bits of the harmony or instrumentation.…