Frequent Asked Questions
Are the piano parts included?
Yes, all the works contain at least the complete score. Mostly there are seperate parts for the solo instrument and the accompaniment. For details and exceptions, see the TOCs
Do your CDs work on a Mac?
Sure they do! They are actually produced on one, and complete platform independent
Do I need a special progamm to run your cd-rom?
No, but updating your Adobe®Reader® can be useful.
Mac users can use their Preview app.
Mac users can use their Preview app.
I have white pages in my files, is something wrong?
No, these white pages are there on purpose. They are in fact very useful, and provide better page turns if you print your music double sided (duplex)
I have a Mac, do I need Adobe?
No you don't; the Preview app that is standard on your Mac will do fine!
It is only a matter of taste which appearance you prefer.
However, if you have a copy of the Cello Library, you probably get more comfort with Adobe: there are a number of (older) files on this one, that show as miniatures, and there is some hassle in Preview zooming-in. Adobe just manages those files better.
It is only a matter of taste which appearance you prefer.
However, if you have a copy of the Cello Library, you probably get more comfort with Adobe: there are a number of (older) files on this one, that show as miniatures, and there is some hassle in Preview zooming-in. Adobe just manages those files better.
I see strange characters instead of notes in one of the files
There are some files, that contain font sets, probably from Finale 2004 or earlier for Windows, that are not (or temporary not) installed on your computer. When this problem occurs again after restarting, please use AdobeReader to open these files and NOT any other PDF-viewer like Preview or PDFPen.
Does it work with Windows 98?
Yes! The only condition is that your computer can run AdobeReader 5 or higher. So even if you are still running Windows 98SE or Mac OS9 everything works fine (maybe a bit slow, but who cares ;-) To be sure: update/install Adobe and pick up a free sample
Is this legal?
Yes, all the sheet music on this website and in the collections is part of the Public Domain
Read here everything about Public Domain and Copyright
Read here everything about Public Domain and Copyright
What is Public Domain?
There is no simple answer to this question.
Read here everything about Public Domain and Copyright
Read here everything about Public Domain and Copyright
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I do not understand some abbreviations you use, please explain
O.K. here they are:
VN or VLN = violin
VNS = several violins
VA or VLA = viola
VAS = several violas
VC or VLC = cello (which often plays the BC bass line in music that has a BC, like most baroque music; then it is called 'continuo cello')
KBD = keyboard instrument like the cembalo (harpsichord), or possibly the baroque organ, clavichord -and even the early piano
PF = piano
Basso = Cello (bass line -lowest voice- played by the cello, and usually also a continuo line in baroque music; in classic-era, e.g., Haydn, refers to the cello; in orchestra music -where there are multiple strings on a part, refers to both cello and double bass)
BC = basso continuo =continuo (a bass line played by a cello and a kbd, with figures that indicate to the keyboardist the well-voiced 'harmonization' to be played by his right hand)
Op. = opus
Arr. = arranged for, or by (an arrangement SHOULD mean a significant modification/addition of many elements to the original piece)
Transc. = transcribed for (sometimes meaning only a key-change and/or octave transposition made)
Ed = edited, editor
pd = public domain
VN or VLN = violin
VNS = several violins
VA or VLA = viola
VAS = several violas
VC or VLC = cello (which often plays the BC bass line in music that has a BC, like most baroque music; then it is called 'continuo cello')
KBD = keyboard instrument like the cembalo (harpsichord), or possibly the baroque organ, clavichord -and even the early piano
PF = piano
Basso = Cello (bass line -lowest voice- played by the cello, and usually also a continuo line in baroque music; in classic-era, e.g., Haydn, refers to the cello; in orchestra music -where there are multiple strings on a part, refers to both cello and double bass)
BC = basso continuo =continuo (a bass line played by a cello and a kbd, with figures that indicate to the keyboardist the well-voiced 'harmonization' to be played by his right hand)
Op. = opus
Arr. = arranged for, or by (an arrangement SHOULD mean a significant modification/addition of many elements to the original piece)
Transc. = transcribed for (sometimes meaning only a key-change and/or octave transposition made)
Ed = edited, editor
pd = public domain
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Goods (tangiable AND digital) will be sent to you within one working day after your payment is received (takes 2-4 days)
You could make a screendump of your shopping cart as a mail attachment,to avoid mistakes.
Do not forget to mention your coupon code
This service is ONLY for EU-residents, and free for orders with a minimal amount of 10 euros (handling costs for smaller orders: 2 euro)