Proofreading process 2018-01-18 09:45 pm I’ve been pondering my process for proofreading. It’s not very systematic and it needs to be because I haveVersions of the same score for different ensembles or soloists. Questions:What is your step-by-step process for checking all the elements in your scores?Is there a plug in that could be developed or exists already to somehow aid in the process?Spell check for lyrics and text objects would be a start!I look forward to your responses! Quote Selected
Re: Proofreading process Reply #1 – 2018-01-18 10:19 pm Here is my cheat sheet, not only for proofreading, but for important things to do while arranging/composing.Some entries probably need more explanations - just ask if you are interested.I use two user tools that are mentioned in the cheat sheet:(a) "Adjust Performance" (actually, "adjust articulation") to replace articulation combinations that sound better with the standard ones used in print; and(b) ShowRanges to check whether I used too low/high notes.(The PDF is a quick translation from my German version - so maybe some terms are not accurate).(Edit: Re-uploaded PDF with a few corrections)H.M. Quote Selected Last Edit: 2018-01-19 10:37 am by hmmueller 3 Likes
Re: Proofreading process Reply #2 – 2018-01-19 08:28 am Quote from: SEBC – 2018-01-18 09:45 pmI’ve been pondering my process for proofreading. It’s not very systematic ...Questions:What is your step-by-step process for checking all the elements in your scores?...Since most of my notation is copying out music so I can transpose it, I usually just read the original hardcopy as I listen to playback. Quote Selected 1 Likes
Re: Proofreading process Reply #3 – 2018-01-19 10:18 am My primary proofing tool is my ears! I play it back and if something doesn't sound right I go hunting Quote Selected 3 Likes