This class will be very hands-on with the teacher guiding the students through an intentional step-by-step process.  The entire course will be taught with a screen share so the students can see what the teacher is doing and copy it.  Lesson outline and practice instructions will be given after each session.  You must download MuseScore 4 to your computer so it can be used in class and between classes.  The program is available in both Mac and PC versions.  

The student will learn the basics of the MuseScore music writing software program.  Topics will include but not be limited to...
1) Setting up the title page, designating of voices and/or instruments, key signature, time signature, and numbers of measures
2) Two different ways to input notes and rests, adding intervals above and below entered notation
3) Copy and paste from one part to another, adding or removing empty measures, and removing sections of unwanted music 
4) Insert chord symbols, tempo markings, dynamics, lyrics, and other staff texts
5) Transposing to different keys 
6) Adding articulations and style markings
7) Adjusting the bar lines, repeats, and other directional changes

PREREQUISITE Basic computer skills: the ability to type, use the keypad, and maneuver drop-down screens on a computer, upload and download working program files shared between student and teacher.