I do not use either program that you mentioned. I have used the Finale
program but it is based more on keyboard skills to make accompaniments or
full scale orchestral works. A midi keyboard is required as well as a
computer. I have judged contests where the canned accompanist part was
allowed and when there is no one who can play the piano around, it is a
viable approach. I have recorded parts for students to listen to and sing
or play along with but it does require a lot of time and it is not pre
packaged. This works better with elementary children than high school age
youth. I have taught K-12 in vocal and instrumental music as well as church
choirs.
I am sorry I am not more help. If you have more questions,
please call me at the number below.
Mike Shoemaker
CPT Michael Shoemaker
Director of Choral Activities
HS Learning Resource Center
Missouri Military Academy
Structure for Learning . . . Leadership for Life!
204 N. Grand Street
Mexico, MO, USA 65265
573.581.1776 ext. 663,
(fax) 573.581.0081
www.MissouriMilitaryAcademy.com
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