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An introduction to Sibelius software

If you’re a musician or music teacher, come and spend a day learning how to prepare and print high quality scores and other notation with Sibelius software. A good knowledge of conventional notation is required.

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Key course information

Date
29/10/11

Day(s)
Sat

Duration
1 week

Time
10:30 - 17:30

Fees
Full fee: £72^NC

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
MK557

Availability
This course has finished

^NC: No concessionary fees available as there is no government funding for this course.

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Course outline

What is the course about?

Using the Sibelius software package to notate and arrange musical pieces, and to produce printed scores of a professional quality.

What topics will we cover?

- Music notation using a MIDI Keyboard to input notes
- Graphic input of notes using the Sibelius on-screen tools
- An introduction to the various edit functions within the program to refine and/ or correct the notation
- Choosing and formatting score layouts in a variety of ways to suit different musical styles
- Saving and printing out high quality scores for instrumental and other performers.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- Play musical notes and phrases into Sibelius using a MIDI keyboard
- Input notes and other musical items using the Sibelius on-screen tools
- Use the edit functions within the program to refine and/ or correct the notation
- Choose and format score layouts in a variety of ways to suit different musical styles
- Save and print out high quality scores for instrumental and other performers.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

This one-day intensive course is purposely designed for musicians and music teachers wishing an introduction to Sibelius in order to prepare and print scores and other notation. A good, working knowledge of conventional notation is required for this course. You will need to follow written and verbal instructions in English, engage in class discussions and take notes in English.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Sessions will generally begin with a demonstration and discussion followed by practical work. You will work on one of 10 Mac based workstations to practice set themes, techniques and skills, applying these to your developing ideas and material and you will regularly present your work in progress to the group. You will receive regular support, encouragement and feedback from your tutor throughout the course.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

CDrs can be bought for saving your work (£0.50) or students may bring in USB flash drives to back up their work for use elsewhere. Students should always bring a note pad and pen.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made. You will save each session's work as new files, providing a record of your progress. You may request written feedback from the tutor at the end of the course.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

There is a related, term-long course, 'Composing and Arranging with Sibelius software' which focuses on the use of Sibelius as a tool in composition.
With the growing popularity of music software, further progression in this area tends towards learning and integrating additional programs and approaches.
We offer a variety of courses in traditional sequencing packages, eg., Cubase, Logic and Pro Tools.
All-in-one software studio approaches are covered in our Reason and Ableton Live courses whilst musicianship and composition, notation and manuscript production are covered in our Sibelius courses.
Experimental approaches are explored in our Max/MSP courses.
Following on from our introductory Logic and Cubase courses we offer 'Mixing and advanced production techniques' and our 2-day 'Mixing and mastering masterclass'.
We also offer a range of fast-track introductory courses to most of our programs.
The music department additionally offers a wide range of instrumental and musicianship courses.
For further advice call the music office on 020 7492 2630 or email music@citylit.ac.uk.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2630

music@citylit.ac.uk

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