November 2017 - Composer's Toolbox

Another #Dorico project finished

DanLisMusic Posted on November 29, 2017January 19, 2019

My latest exploration of Dorico, a deeper look and learning of Write mode, is complete. My work “Variations on Hartford (3 Preludes for Piano)” is finished.

Reviews Technology Tools for Composers

Does your computer not have a CD/DVD drive? Use this!

DanLisMusic Posted on November 28, 2017

This CD/DVD burner works great on my Mac, on my Mac when running Windows, on other people’s PCs–you name it. I cannot recommend a better device for the price.

Advocacy Issues Mental Illness Opinion

Book Review: “Buddhism Plain & Simple”

DanLisMusic Posted on November 26, 2017October 17, 2018

One work that has really helped me recently is a text about Buddhism, but if you remove the Buddhist front it really is a text about being in the moment, regardless of your belief system.

Notation/Engraving Opinion Reviews Technology Tools for Composers

More Dorico Progress

DanLisMusic Posted on November 25, 2017

I have continued to expand my fluency with Dorico. I have been focusing on familiarity with Write Mode over the past week or so, by composing a set of 3 preludes for piano.

Just for fun

#Thankful

DanLisMusic Posted on November 23, 2017

Today I am thankful for this little bean; the crazy, affectionate, vocal, “composer cat”.

Advocacy Issues Mental Illness Opinion Psychology of Music Tools for Composers

Mental Illness as a Musician, Part 5

DanLisMusic Posted on November 21, 2017October 17, 2018

It is invigorating to both think quickly, and to use that to accomplish tasks. However, having racing thoughts is much different than thinking quickly.

Psychology of Music Tools for Composers

How much listening do you do per day?

DanLisMusic Posted on November 20, 2017

It is interesting to get a handle on how much listening you do per day. Here is my tally.