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Sibelius

Score7 out of 10

8 Reviews and Ratings

What is Sibelius?

Avid offers Sibelius, a musical notation, creation, and publishing application.

Categories & Use Cases

Sibelius for Music Teachers

Pros

  • Once you get the hang of it, it will be faster than writing by hand.
  • Very easy to transpose and write out band arrangements.
  • "search" tool is very useful for figuring out what tool you need in each specific situation.

Cons

  • Barrier to entry could be a bit lower.
  • Options for types of arrangements are somewhat limited and the interface is a bit convoluted.

Other Software Used

Google Classroom, Google Hangouts (Classic), PowerSchool Unified Classroom, Flipgrid

Huge improvement over the years; wouldn't use anything else

Pros

  • User Friendly
  • Compatible with other software/music programs

Cons

  • Cost
  • Customer Service

Return on Investment

  • Digital files are easily distributed to customers/no shipping costs.
  • Collaboration with other sheet music retailers has been established and maintained.

Alternatives Considered

Finale Inventory

Other Software Used

Microsoft Office 2016, Audacity, Malwarebytes