NotePerformer 5

NotePerformer 5: Realistic Playback for Sibelius, Dorico & Finale

NotePerformer 5 is a software designed to enhance the playback experience in music notation programs like Sibelius, Dorico, and Finale. It provides a full orchestral sound library, intelligent musical phrasing, and ease of use.

What is NotePerformer 5?

NotePerformer 5 is a sound library and playback engine that replaces the default sounds in notation software with high-quality, realistic orchestral sounds. It analyzes the musical score and applies natural musical phrasing to all instruments, creating a more expressive and lifelike playback.

How does NotePerformer 5 work?

NotePerformer works by using its own built-in sound engine and virtual instrument technologies. It analyzes the score in real-time and applies intelligent musical phrasing to each instrument. This includes variations in dynamics, timing, and articulation, resulting in a more natural and expressive performance.

Key Features:

• Full Orchestral Sound Library: Includes a large-scale modern symphonic orchestra.
• Intelligent Musical Phrasing: Analyzes your score and performs all instruments with natural musical phrasing.
• Simple Installation and Easy to Use: Easy to install and use, similar to the built-in sounds of your notation software.
• Fast Access to All Sounds: Streamlined sounds load much quicker.
• Patented Virtual Instrument Technologies: Bridges the gap between samples and synthesis.

How to use NotePerformer 5?

1. Installation: Download and install NotePerformer 5.
2. Integration: Select NotePerformer as your playback device in Sibelius, Dorico, or Finale.
3. Playback: Open your score and listen to the enhanced playback with realistic orchestral sounds.

Benefits of Using NotePerformer 5:

• Realistic Sound: Provides high-quality, realistic orchestral sounds.
• Improved Expressiveness: Adds natural musical phrasing to your compositions.
• Ease of Use: Simple to install and use, even for users with no prior experience with sample libraries.
• Time-Saving: Fast loading times and intuitive workflow.

Included Instruments:

NotePerformer 5 includes a vast range of instruments, including:

• Strings: Violin, Viola, Cello, Contrabass (solo and section)
• Woodwinds: Flute, Piccolo, Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon
• Brass: Trumpet, Trombone, French Horn, Tuba
• Percussion: Timpani, Snare Drum, Xylophone, Marimba
• Keyboard: Piano, Harpsichord, Pipe Organ
• Vocals: Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass (solo and choir)

...and many more (see full list in the original document).

Special Techniques:

NotePerformer supports various special techniques for different instrument families:

• Bowed Strings: Accent, Artificial harmonics, Col legno, Con sordino, Détaché, Legato, Marcato, Measured tremolo, Mezzo-staccato, Molto vibrato, Natural harmonics, Non vibrato, Pizzicato, Snap pizzicato, Sul tasto, Staccato, Staccato+slur, Staccatissimo, Tenuto, Tenuto+slur, Tremolo, Vibrato
• Brass & Woodwinds: Accent, Flutter-tongue, Legato, Marcato, Mezzo-staccato, Molto vibrato, Non vibrato, Staccato, Staccato+slur, Staccatissimo, Tenuto, Tenuto+slur, Vibrato
• Brass Mutes: Bucket mute, Cup mute, Harmon mute, Plunger mute, Straight mute
• Harp: Harmonics
• Pipe Organ: Custom registration
• Guitars: Harmonics, Pizzicato
• Electric Bass: Slap

User Reviews:

Eric Heukeshoven: "As a composer, I rely on NotePerformer to accurately render my music. It never lets me down. Everyone who hears my demos asks, 'What software do you use to get such real life performances?' NotePerformer is simple and simply the best!"

Bernard Ariu: "Merci à Wallander instruments pour le développement et la qualité sans cesse améliorée de Noteperformer qui nous permet de pouvoir créer avec des sonorités réalistes . Dommage il est vrai pour Playback Engines mais je comprends les difficultés .... Encore Merci et j'attends avec impatience les nouvelles améliorations ! Bien cordialement"

Pricing:

• Single-user license: $129 (includes EU VAT)
• Rent-to-Own: $10.75/month (reaches $129 becomes a perpetual license)
• Site License: Starts at $200 for 1-5 seats

Where can I use NotePerformer?

You can use NotePerformer in Sibelius (7.1.3 and later), Dorico (3.5 and later), and Finale (27, English version).

Why is NotePerformer important?

NotePerformer is important because it bridges the gap between composing music in notation software and hearing a realistic, expressive performance. It allows composers to focus on their creative process without getting bogged down in the technical details of sample libraries and manual sequencing.

Conclusion:

NotePerformer 5 is a valuable tool for composers and arrangers looking to enhance the playback quality of their music notation software. With its realistic orchestral sounds, intelligent musical phrasing, and ease of use, NotePerformer 5 can help bring your compositions to life.