>>>On Behalf Of Craig Parmerlee I think what I would like to do is to combine the same-family instruments (all the trumpets on one staff, e.g.). But I insist that each trumpeter (e.g.) gets only his/her own part.<<<
If I'm understanding you correctly, you'll want to check the *leave original staves untouched* box in TGTools smart explosion which will meet both of your requirements. _______________________________________________ Finale mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://mail.shsu.edu/mailman/listinfo/finale