Master Finale step-by-step with this indispensable 776-page book, the most complete how-to guide available for this popular music notation software. Updated for Finale 2000, this is a key resource and method book for learning and using one of the most powerful and popular music notation software programs. Designed for both novice and experienced users, this detailed resource will help musicians fully understand and apply all of Finale's remarkable capabilities.
Whether you’re a beginner or a regular user, find out how to get the very most out of Coda’s professional music notation and printing program with "Finale Power!". Author Mark Johnson starts by giving you a solid understanding of Finale’s framework and then helps you master the everyday shortcuts and tips that make using Finale a breeze. Step-by-step tutorials will walk you through the score creation process, from starting a new document to printing the score. An accompanying CD-ROM includes supplemental third-party plug-ins, music examples and links to informational Finale websites.
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