Sibelius First (Multi-Language)

Avid Sibelius First is the fastest, smartest, easiest way for everyone to start to write and share
music—from aspiring composers and songwriters, to teachers and students. Even if you’re more comfor
-table playing instruments than using notation software, the intuitive interface will guide your song
-writing process.

Magnetic Layout and other time-saving tools make it easy to get professional results fast—and the premium
sound library plays back your compositions in stunning detail. When you’re done, choose how you want to
introduce your music to the world—make a video of your score, export for iPad, or share directly to YouTube,
SoundCloud, and Facebook.

Sibelius First Functions

•Start composing right away
The new user interface is so intuitive, you’ll be able to jump in and start writing music right away. Choose
the note input method that’s most comfortable for you—play a MIDI instrument, transcribe audio, or scan sheet
music. Revolutionary features like Magnetic Layout automatically take care of the details, so you can write
music and create print-quality scores with ease.If you get stuck or want to take your skills even further, just
check out the how-to and help content.

•Get inspired
Want to hear how your ideas will sound in real life? Play back your scores in beautiful detail with the amazing
collection of sampled instrument sounds—or use your own VST/AU virtual instruments or effects. If you need further
inspiration, check out the Score Starter and Ideas library to kick-start your creativity. With Sibelius First not
-ation software in your toolkit, writer’s block won’t stand a chance.

•Share your music with the world
What fun is it to write music if you can’t share it? Sibelius First notation software gives you more options than
ever—export scores to video; share directly to YouTube, SoundCloud, and Facebook; publish scores online; export to
iPad; and more. Of course, you can also print, email, export scores as MIDI/MusicXML, and create audio files.You can
also send your scores to the Avid Scorch mobile app and take them with you wherever you go.

Features

*Intuitive music notation software makes it easy to get great results without prior experience
*Let the innovative, task-oriented interface guide you through the songwriting process
*Scan printed sheet music, transcribe audio, or play MIDI instruments to get your ideas into Sibelius First—and transfer
music between applications via MusicXML interchange
*Add chord symbols and guitar fretboard diagrams by playing a MIDI keyboard or guitar
*Turn guitar tab into notation, and back again
*Take advantage of built-in smart tools to get great results without engraving or notation expertise

Magnetic Layout prevents collisions and moves score elements into position automatically
Dynamic Parts automatically update when you change your score

*Easily add lyrics, titles, other text, and graphics
*Hear your compositions in amazing detail thanks to the professional-quality sound library
*Expand your sonic palette with VST/AU virtual instruments or effects
*Unlock the full power of your 64-bit computer and directly address more than 4 GB of RAM
*Sync with other music software via ReWire
*Enjoy tons of sharing options—export scores as videos or audio files, publish directly to social media, publish online,
email, print, make a PDF, and more
*Add Sibelius First scores to the Avid Scorch app (available on the App Store) and take your music on the go

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Computer requirements

PC: Windows XP SP3 or later, Windows Vista SP2 or later with Platform Update Pack, Windows 7 SP1 or later, 1 GB RAM
(2 GB recommended for 32-bit systems, 4 GB or more recommended for 64-bit systems), 500 MB free hard disk space for
Sibelius First installation (12 GB free hard disk space required for sample content), ASIO-compatible sound card
recommended.

Mac: Mac OS X 10.6.7 or later, Mac OS X 10.7.2 or later, 1 GB RAM (4 GB or more recommended), 500 MB free hard disk
space for Sibelius First installation (12 GB free hard disk space required for sample content).

*Scanner, microphone, and MIDI keyboard required for some features

Compatibility

Supports all M-Audio controllers—including HyperControl-enabled devices
Syncs with other audio programs via ReWire
Supports VST and Audio Units virtual instruments

What’s in the box

Sibelius First DVD (includes Sibelius First (v.7), PhotoScore Lite, AudioScore Lite, ReWire, and sample content installers)
Printed Quick Start Guide
Software activation card