> Subject: [Finale] Preparing Orchestral Score and Parts > > > I searched for a FAQ but didn't find this, forgive me if it has been > answered many times: > > 1) In going for a 10 x 13 format conductor's score, what issues > should watch out for in terms of preparation for printing via pdf for > double sided printing? I need the title page with instrumentation on > the first actual page, then to have the actual score begin on page 2, > which would be the first left handed page- correct?
I don't think pdf's know anything about double sided printing. However, it is much more common for the music to begin on page 3 than page 2. You might consider putting the instrumentation on page 2. > > 2) Comb binding for conductor's scores? I strongly suggest going with wire coil binding instead. Combs are more likely to bind, tear the paper, get crushed, and make noise while turning pages. Also, wire coils allow the score to be opened a full 360 degrees, which can be handy. No contest in my opinion. > > 3) For printing parts, will "your average" print shop be able to > handle printing onto a single sheet, which when folded and opened, > will yield two pages? At the same 10 x 13 format? Not sure because I wouldn't trust the job to them. I have found it's enough of a challenge just to get a print shop to trim and bind scores properly. Obviously, YMMV. Lee Actor Composer-in-Residence and Assistant Conductor, Palo Alto Philharmonic http://www.leeactor.com _______________________________________________ Finale mailing list [email protected] http://lists.shsu.edu/mailman/listinfo/finale
