Services
Music Copying/Engraving
The preparation of scores and parts from either manuscript or a digital music notation file such as Finale, Sibelius or Dorico.
MIDI transcription and cleanup
Importing a sequencing file and converting that file to a sketch score, which can then be sent on to an orchestrator.
Printing and binding
Printing scores and parts to industry standard paper sizes. Scores can be either taped or coil bound. Parts are always taped either booklet-style or accordion fold.
Orchestra and Session Librarian
Librarian work for an orchestra or recording session involves the overall management and organization to ensure the music is in the right place at the right time.
OPAS library database consulting
Consulting services regarding the use of OPAS (Orchestra & Performing Arts Management Software), and library database expertise.
Tutorials in: Finale, Sibelius and Dorico
Expert instruction on how to best use this software for professional results.
Masterclasses
More information can be found here.
Takedowns
The process of listening to an audio recording and transcribing that into music notation. Parts commonly created are lead sheets, master rhythm and horn parts.
So, what exactly is music preparation?
Music preparation is the process of turning a completed composition into a clear, accurate score and set of parts musicians need for rehearsal and performance.
Depending on the project, this may involve arranging, orchestration, music copying (engraving), proofreading, and library preparation—all working together to ensure the final materials are professional, accurate, and performance-ready.
Music Preparation / Editorial Workflow
Arrangers adapt existing compositions for presentation in a form other than the original. Their work may include reharmonization, paraphrasing, orchestration, and other developmental techniques that preserve and fully realize the composition's melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic structure, without requiring changes to or additions to the underlying work.
Orchestrators assign musical lines to specific instruments, shaping the arrangement for an ensemble while preserving the original melodies, counter-melodies, harmonies, and rhythms. Their work involves the art of combining the sounds of a complex group of instruments to achieve a balanced, cohesive, and effective blend of colours and textures.
Copyists prepare the final written music by producing the conductor's score and the individual parts for each performer, ensuring that every musician has a clear and accurate part from which to perform.
Proofreaders review the conductor's score and individual parts to identify and correct errors, inconsistencies, omissions, or ambiguities, ensuring that the parts accurately reflect the full score and are complete, clear, and ready for performance.
Librarians ensure that all the musical materials are organized, complete, and accurately prepared for rehearsal and performance, and are distributed to the conductor and musicians in a timely and orderly manner.
