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Scoring Notes

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Dorico
Music Notation Software
Sibelius
Finale
Musescore
MOLA Conference
Music Education
NAMM Show
Steinberg
Black Friday
Cubase
Optical Music Recognition
Dorico 6
Muse Group
Hal Leonard
Music Technology
AVID
Notation Central
Music Printing
Makemusic

We love music notation software and related products and technology, so that’s what we cover here. You’ll find timely news, in-depth coverage about the field, and honest reviews about products you use every day. You’ll learn about the interesting people in our field and find out our opinions on ever-changing developments in the industry.

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You sent more questions than one episode could hold, so we split them in two. Part one was brought to you by two letters: AI. This is everything else in the mailbag, from the practical side of the music notation software and technology world.

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We asked for your questions, and you sent so many that one episode couldn’t hold them. This is part one of two — and part one is brought to you by two letters: A and I. That wasn’t the plan; it’s just where the mailbag pointed.

Philip Rothman and Da... more

Philip Rothman and David MacDonald are back after a short break, and true to form, the conversation drifts from yard work and heat waves before landing on the actual business at hand: it’s time to open the phone lines again. For the third time — afte... more

Six years after our “Score preparation and production notes” episode — Episode No. 2 — essentially launched the podcast, 163 episodes later, Philip Rothman and David MacDonald return to the article that inspired the conversation: David’s score prepar... more

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Recent Guests

Stephen Taylor
Dorico user, university staff member
University of Illinois at Urbana
Episode: Q & A(I)
Jan Klein Swarming
Listener who asks about AI and notation
Episode: Q & A(I)
Richard DeCosta
Composer and founder of Cantai and the Turing Opera Workshop
Cantai / Turing Opera Workshop
Episode: Richard deCosta gives your score a voice
Joe Plazak
Sibelius' Product Owner and Senior Principal Software Developer at AVID
AVID
Episode: NAMM 2026: An interview with Sam Butler and Joe Plazak
Chris Swaffer
Senior Product Manager of Software at Fender
Fender
Episode: NAMM 2026: An interview with Chris Swaffer
Sebastian Murgul
Co-founder and CEO of Klang IO, focusing on AI-based music transcription tools.
Klang IO
Episode: NAMM 2026: An interview with Sebastian Murgul
John Barron
International Product Specialist for Dorico at Steinberg
Steinberg
Episode: NAMM 2026: An interview with John Barron
Jacob Collier
British musician known for his multi-instrumental talent and vocal harmonization skills
Independent Artist
Episode: Perfect Pitch: Unlocking Jacob Collier’s musical brilliance
Dr. Daniel Levitin
Neuroscientist and author known for his research on the connection between music and the brain
Author of "This Is Your Brain on Music"
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Hosts

Philip Rothman
Host with Scoring Notes and NYC Music Services production involvement; long-running coverage of notation software and workflow
David MacDonald
Co-host focusing on notation software reviews, workflow optimization, and product discussions

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 166 ratings
  • The “scripture” for composers, arrangers, and music engravers!

    As a composer who began with pencil and paper and has been evolving with the ever-changing music tech world, I find this podcast essential. Though the topics discussed may sound uber nerdy and technical, the hosts are very personable and make the subject matter understandable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kenyan 2
    United States3 months ago
  • What a resource!

    This is an incredible public service and gift to anyone working with sheet music and live performance.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Steven Middlehorn
    United States3 years ago
  • Fantastic!

    I just recently found this podcast and I am totally hooked. I LOVE it! I have scored lots and lots of music yet have already learned several new things from the 3 episodes I have listened to so far. Thank you!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MelMack Music
    United States3 years ago
  • What a Fabulous Podcast!

    As one who began doing “music copying” as a teenager back in the early 1970s, I finally have found like-minded people who combine the pen & ink history and current digital technology into an informative and fascinating discussion. Thank you for giving us this deep-dive into notating music. Every episode is a treasure.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BobMarks
    United States5 years ago
  • Excellent information!

    This show has the perfect mix of humor and information. Phillip and David both have a great deal of knowledge of the software they discuss, and always have great suggestions on tricky topics. I highly recommend this to my students.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Timothy Rolls
    United States5 years ago

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Listeners appreciate accessible explanations of intricate notation topics.
New listeners often feel engaged by the warm, nerdy tone and actionable tips.
The show is seen as a reliable resource for staying up-to-date on tool updates and industry trends.
Guests bring deep domain expertise and practical product insight.
Audio quality and hosting balance are consistently praised.

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Richard deCosta gives your score a voice
Q: How do you handle licensing and royalties for singers who contribute to Cantai?
Singers receive an upfront recording fee and then ongoing royalties from Cantai profits, distributed in proportion to how often their voices are used in scores.
NAMM 2026: An interview with Chris Swaffer
Q: Is there a prototypical Notion user?
No, the user base has evolved and now includes a broad range of individuals from various musical backgrounds and experiences.
NAMM 2026: An interview with Chris Swaffer
Q: Do people try to publish other types of content with Notion?
Yes, while Notion is primarily for music notation, there are instances where users try to publish text or other content and the team aims to maintain a balance of features.
NAMM 2026: An interview with Chris Swaffer
Q: Can you tell us a little bit more about the evolution of Notion over the past year?
Notion has improved significantly under Fender's ownership, with a focus on integrating with the Studio One ecosystem and addressing user needs without overwhelming them with new features.
NAMM 2026: An interview with John Barron
Q: How would you characterize Dorico's development phase right now?
Barron describes the development phase as fairly regular, with major releases approximately 14 to 19 months apart and ongoing point releases for refinements.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Scoring Notes

What is Scoring Notes about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The program centers on music notation software, engraving workflows, and the technology that powers how scores are created, refined, and distributed. Across episodes, hosts explore updates to major tools, discuss AI-assisted notation and playback, and interview engineers, product managers, and industry pioneers who shape the field. Listeners can expect practical tips for score preparation, workflow optimizations, and insightful conversations about product direction, accessibility, and the future of notation. Noteworthy is the consistent emphasis on real-world use, hands-on demonstrations, and lighthearted, informed banter that makes technical topics approachable for both practitioners and enthusiasts. The show often features high-profile gu... more

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