I am SO glad for Finale. It only makes sense that computer technology (over time) would allow better and more efficient production of printed music, but hand-engraving does allow full customization. Just the same, it takes 8 hours to hand-engrave one page of a symphonic work, and considerably less time with a computer. And the technology is getting pretty close. So much so that many publishers use a program like Finale instead of hand engraving. It’s cheaper, quicker, and easier for smaller publishers to master.

Take a look at this video about hand-engraving music that’s on YouTube. Sure makes me appreciate Finale!

[tags]music, publishing, engraving[/tags]