Notation software... best?

[Pmarc]

I need real simple software.

I have only a pc and digital piano.

 

I need to quickly copy a lead sheet melody into software. And add chords. Thats it. I’m handing out professional charts to 3 jazz musicians and need a faster way than hand notation - i have very bad handwriting. What should i buy?

 

 

[MikeRobinson]

Faced with the exact same conundrum .. and, with money to spend .. I didn't buy anything. I downloaded a copy of open-source MuseScore and since have never looked back. With money in my pocket I had intended to compare it with both Sibelius and Finale ... and I never got that far.

Edited January 10, 2019 by MikeRobinson

[Peggy]

I use Sibelius. It was part of a bundle package. I like it alot but haven't used others.

[Pmarc]

The pop lead sheets are bad. 2-4 pages, wrong melody, bad chords. I thought I could use Avery lables. Lol. Would save me loads of time. Nope. I too have money. But I need something for morons. 😂😂

Edited January 10, 2019 by Pmarc

[Pmarc]

MikeRobinson  can you give me paid phone support? Using Musescore now, I'm lost already. Can call me in San Diego:  774-278-1066

 

[MikeRobinson]

Nope ... I can't give you phone support.  Sorry.

[MikeRobinson]

That certainly has tantalizing possibilities.  Do let us know what you think about it.