Because you may want to use different kinds of symbols in different kinds of pieces, Finale includes a way to save any special symbols you create while working in a document (articulations, chord symbols, and so on) into a standalone library file. Expression TypeĪdditional expression categories may be added in the Category Designer dialog box, and individual expressions may be moved from one category to another in the Expression Selection dialog box.īehind the scenes, the markings available in the Expression Selection dialog box are stored in libraries Sets of musical symbols, expression markings, and other important musical elements that are stored on your hard drive. (Each category's settings can be changed at any time using the Category Designer dialog box). Finale includes six categories already, each with unique font, positioning, and staff assignment settings. Furthermore, changes to a category apply to all expressions in that category, including those that have already been added to the score. Categories permit, for example, all dynamics to automatically share the same font, size, and positioning settings.
Markings that apply to a single note/beat are added as Articulations.)īecause similar types of expressions usually share positioning and appearance characteristics, Finale separates the different types of expressions into independent categories. (Although shapes such as slurs and hairpins are also used to communicate the manner of expression, these are generally added as Smart Shapes, whose properties are specially designed for graphical editing. Because of their positioning characteristics, expressions are best suited for other types of markings as well, such as rehearsal marks. Dynamics, tempo indications (Allegro), and performance practice markings (pizz.) are among the figures added as expressions. In Finale, expressions are generally symbols or text placed above or below the staff.
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Noteman says: View the Adding expressions and dynamics QuickStart Video for an overview.Įxpressions are markings that tell the performer how to interpret (or express) a musical passage.