Composition - Technology Directory

  1. Amadeus.
    Rec #: 1176
    Call Number: updated 2002; information obtained from publisher
    Abstract:
    Amadeus allows the user to open and edit thousands of digital scores by famous composers, and work on a standard format that can be used to create scores of the highest qualities.

     

  2. Autoscore Professional.
    Rec #: 1178
    Call Number: updated 2002; iformation provided by publisher
    Abstract:
    Allows for composing of music with or without use of MIDI instrument or microphone. Includes features such as: toggling between instruments, Constrain to Key (valuable for singer with less that perfect pitch), Tru Trak, Volume Tracking, Pitch Bend Tracking, Mircrophone Analyzer, and other useful features. Autoscore p\also provides direct connection to other popular music sequencers and notation programs.

     

  3. Compose Yourself [Macintosh]. Version Ver. 1.0. Santa Fe, NM: MacBeat1314 Rufina Cr., Suite A4, Santa Fe, NM 87501, 505-473-4929.
    Rec #: 562
    Call Number: Updated 1998; information obtained from ad.
    Notes: Cost: $99.00; 4 or more $85.00; no demo
    Abstract:
    A complete "how-to" composing package that includes 8 track sequencer, chord computer, hyperCard stack, sample music cassette and a complete composition manual.

     

  4. Composer Notes: ECSmedia.
    Rec #: 1278
    Call Number: updated 2002; information obtained from website
    Notes: Cost: $249.95(Teaching Kit--includes CDROM and Audio CD); $499.95(School Pack-includes CDROM, Audio CD and 4 student installations); $749.95(Lab Pack-includes CDROM, Audio CD and 10 student installations)-- $39.95(for additional student installations available to Lab Pack owners); $1399.00(Site License-allows up to 50 computers on a single school campus to use the program--additional installations are availiabe to Site License (24 stations) owners for $34.95 each.
    Abstract:
    Composer Notes is a revolutionary mulitpurpose tool for teachers and students of music. Volume 1 is an electronic book containing a learning framework to specifically address student composition, both for acoustic instruments and MIDI technology. It also contains an extensive and in-depth instrumentation guide for many of the instruments commonly encountered by student composers

     

  5. Franz, David. Producing in the Home Studio with PRO TOOLS. Boston, MA: Berklee Press. ISBN: 0-634-03221-6.
    Rec #: 1214
    Call Number: 2002; information provided by email
    Abstract:
    Free Pro Tools CD included.

     

  6. The Jammer [IBM]. Castles, David and Grant, Richard. Version Ver. 2.0. Duluth, GA: Soundtrek; c1990-19965453 Royal Jasmine Way, Sugar Hill, GA 30518-7942.
    Rec #: 564
    Call Number: Updated 1998; information obtained from publisher.
    Notes: Cost: $129.00; demo available at the website
    Abstract:
    Jammer Professional v3.0 is the ultimate music composition workstation for Windows. Edit and blend styles of built in musicians to create professional original music in a 256 track studio. Mix Jammer tracks with your own recorded tracks. Includes over 200 assorted band styles and 50 drum styles, 6 part harmnizer, delay effects and mixing.

    Reviews: Electronic Musician, Aug 1992; Keyboard, Jan 1996

     

  7. KidsTime Deluxe [Macintosh / Windows]. Gardner, Robert and Gardner, Debbie. Version 2.0.1. Scotts Valley, CA: The McGraw-Hill Companies; c1986Instructional Fair 3195 Wilson Drive.
    Rec #: 566
    Call Number: Updated 2002; information provided by publisher
    Notes: Cost: $49.95
    Abstract:
    KidsTime Deluxe is five learning activities in one package. Children learn about and compose music with KidsNotes. Story Writer is a word processor that uses both pictures and words. Match-It develops matching, categorization and memory skills. Dot-to-Dot develops counting and alphabet skills. ABKey teaches letter recognition. Includes 1.44MB disks.

     

  8. Max [Macintosh]. Version Ver. 3.5. OUT OF BUSINESS: Opcode Systems Inc.1992.
    Rec #: 587
    Call Number: Updated 1997; Information provided by publisher.
    Notes: Cost: $495.00
    Abstract:
    MAX is a real-time, object oriented programming environment which can create an infinite number of customized applications. It can be used to create applications for composing music, improvising music, providing accompaniment while you play, sending commands to synthesizers, modifying synthesizer patches -- anything you can imagine doing with a computer and MIDI.

     

  9. MiBAC Jazz [Macintosh]. Ellinger, John and Baker, Lynn. Version Ver. 1.6.1. Northfield, MN: MiBAC Music Software; c1991-2001PO Box 468, Northfield, MN 55057, 507-645-5851.
    Rec #: 324
    Call Number: Updated 2002; information obtained from publisher.
    Notes: Cost: $125.00; Lab Five Pack: $375.00; site license: $999.00 per building; demo: free
    Abstract:
    MiBac JAZZ lets you play with a singin' jazz combo--on any tune you'd like, in any key, at any tempo, and as long as you like. You just type in the chords; click the "Write" tool; and click the "Play" tool. Every chorus will have different drum patters, bass lines, piano comping rhythms, and piano voicings. 12 Jazz Styles including 4/4 and 3/4 Ballad, Swing, Bebop, Rock Shuffle, Bossa Nova, Samba, Slow 12/8, you hear sounds live and natural. Exports Standard MIDI Files.

    Reviews: MacWorld, August 1993; Electronic Musician, Jan 1993; Electronic Musician, Sept 1990; Keyboard, Oct 1990; MacWorld, Nov 1990; Yavelow: Macworld Music & Sound Bible, IDG Books

     

  10. Music Mouse: An Intelligent Instrument [Macintosh/Amiga/Atari ST]. Spiegel, Laurie. Version Ver. 2.1.2. New York, NY: Aesthetic Engineering; 1986-175 Duane St., New York, NY 10013-3309.
    Rec #: 571
    Call Number: Updated 2002; information provided by developer
    Notes: Cost: $29.00 by e-mail, $39 on disk by mail; site license $290; update: $14/single user, $140/educational sit; demo version available on web at http://retiary.org/ls/programs.html/
    Abstract:
    Models music theory in an exceptionally interactive way, as a new kind of musical instrument, allowing realtime manipulation of compositional variables involving scales, triadic and modal harmony, voice leading, phrasing and MIDI orchestration. Allows students to focus on phrasing and form from the start, instead of finding the right notes. For all levels, K-12 through professional.

    Requires external MIDI, or Quicktime 2.0 or later for use with internal Macintosh sounds. No keyboard or other MIDI controller required. (MIDI is for sound production only.)

     

  11. MusicMastery [Macintosh/ Windows]. Curran, R. Michael and Northern Lights Technologies. Version Ver. 4.1.1. Minnetonka, MN: AABACA Inc.; 1996; c1993-2001622 Maple Park Dr., St. Paul, MN 551188, 651-451-1926, rmcurran@musicmastery.com.
    Rec #: 570
    Call Number: Updated 1998; information obtained from publisher
    Notes: Cost: (single)$59.95; (multiple) See web site
    Abstract:
    MusicMastery is a comprehensive music learning and composition system for music students from beginning to advanced. MusicMastery uniquely gives teachers flexibility and complete control over music lessons and activitites they create. The methods of creating leassons and activities were designed by musicians and music education professionials. Using these open-ended methods the educator can help students quickly master the important aspects of music. For example, MusicMastery separates melody learning into two parts: pitch learning and rhythm learning. Similarly, it separates melody creation into a two step process: rhythm creation and melody creation.

     

  12. New Symmetric Transformations [Windows/Macintosh]. Solomon, Larry J. Version Ver. 1.0. Tucson, AZ: Softstuff; c19924900 W. Jobaba Dr., Tuscon, AZ 85745.
    Rec #: 574
    Call Number: Updated 1998; information provided by publisher
    Notes: Cost: free: download from website
    Abstract:
    Generates 96 transformations of a tone-row -- 48 new types beyond inversion, retrograde, and retrograde-inversion. These are 90o rotations of the time/pitch axis as documented in Perspectives of New Music, Vol 11, no 2 by Dr. Larry J. Solomon. The four new rotations are called Quadrates and allow composers to explore innovative domains of thematic transformation.

     

  13. Winsor, Phil. Computer Composer's Toolbox: Ingram Book Company. ISBN: 1-57441-115-2.
    Rec #: 1157
    Call Number: updated 2002; information from editor
    Notes: Cost: $24.95
    Abstract:
    Music & Sound Output said Computer Composer's Toolbox was "well-organized...no nonsense...an invaluable aid fro the serious musician."

     

  14. Winsor, Phil. Computer Music in Composition: Ingram Book Company. ISBN: 1-57441-116-0.
    Rec #: 1156
    Call Number: updated 2002; information provided by editor
    Notes: cost: $27.95 (Print on Demand only)