To see the hidden Technique Text that contains the MIDI commands the plugin generates, check Hidden Objects in View.įor those interested in “how it works”, the visible microtonal accidentals in Sibelius are set for playback to what might be considered the “closest” chromatic interval by default: If you want playback for the microtonal accidentals in the Sibelius Keypad, that’s all you need. If you are using the microtonal accidentals to visually create your quarter-tone notation, the most straightforward solution is to use the shipping Sibelius plugin called “Quarter-tone playback” which completely automates the process of creating playback for microtonal accidentals. Microtonal playback for these accidentals can be created using MIDI pitch bend. While keypad entry allows you to graphically display the accidentals, they do not play back automatically.
There are separate symbols for “Quarter sharp”, “Quarter flat” as well “Three quarter sharp” and “Three quarter flat”. SibeliusBlog posted a detailed review of NotePerformer which even includes some demos reviewer Philip Rothman created using the collection.In the Sibelius Keypad, there are preset symbols for microtonal accidentals (6th keypad). Listen to the NotePerformer demos on SoundCloud, and visit the NotePerformer and Wallander websites for more information. All instruments in the library use either synthesis technology or samples powered by Wallander’s patented technology for changing the timbral brightness in real-time, or a combination of the two. Large or complex scores should always play back correctly, even if your computer isn’t the latest and greatest. The collection uses your existing House Styles, Dictionary and Instrument Definitions, and you can switch between the built-in sounds and NotePerformer with one-click in Playback Devices.įinally, NotePerformer has a very low CPU footprint.
There is really nothing new to learn – everything is done within Sibelius. The setup simplicity of the sample library is one of it’s biggest selling points. Instruments are assigned automatically from your score, and you control them from the Sibelius mixer. When working in Sibelius, NotePerformer works just like the built-in sounds. NotePerformer includes an extensive collection of virtual instruments – section strings and solo strings, a comprehensive range of marching band and orchestral woodwind and brass instruments, pitched and unpitched percussion, saxophones, piano, harpsichord and, well, you get the idea. You may already be familiar with Wallander Instruments Virtual Instruments (WIVI), which are known for their very expressive sound modeling capabilities. Wallander Instruments has just released NotePerformer – no-hassle, realistic orchestral playback specifically designed for Sibelius 7 and Sibelius 6 at an affordable price point (retail is $129.00)
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