YIHAN WANG
COMPOSER
my engraver/copyist service typically includes:
· music copying (typesetting) from manuscripts
· engraving new editions for published work
· arrangement from soloist(s) to larger ensembles
· piano reduction of large-scale works
· key transposition (to typeset a piece into an alternative key)
· score & cover design for aesthetics
Message for Potential Clients:
As a composer, I'm naturally a devoted enthusiast of contemporary music notation. Throughout my years of composition practice, I've honed finely tuned skills in utilizing Sibelius® in the fastest and most efficient manner. I have self-trained and practiced professionally the art of music engraving, closely observing the most exemplary works done by engravers in top publishers.
With extensive experience using the software, I possess the expertise to uncover in-software solutions for unconventional notations, such as composite symbols and intricately customized lines. My work highlights meticulous attention to detail and infallible refinement in terms of graphic coherence, element spacing, and other critical aspects. Additionally, I excel in designing and creating vector graphics, along with developing custom music fonts to accommodate extended notations for high-end client-specific outputs or to align with a publishing house's style.
Below, you'll find some examples showcasing my engraving using Sibelius, encompassing a wide range of scales from solo works to large orchestras. These examples present various challenges involving complex spacing, unconventional time signatures (in the style of Ives), vector graphics, and customized fonts for lines, among others. (Please note that some of the original pieces used in the examples are not under my copyright; they were utilized for personal practice purposes.)
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As evidenced in the examples above, my output transcends the visual constraints typically associated with an average Sibelius user's work. Additionally, I've offered my services to fellow composer clients as a designer of tailor-made Sibelius-based font systems, aiming to enhance the aesthetics of their musical scores.
Beyond music engraving, my extensive knowledge in composition equips me with the competence to handle arrangements: orchestration, transcription, reduction, and other customized tasks. In these areas, I am confident in delivering top-quality output. I prefer to negotiate a price per piece (or movement), so feel free to reach out to me with any related inquiries.