[Kawai Musical Instruments Manufacturing Co., Ltd.] Released a new product “Score Maker School Edition 13” that can be used by a wide range of children and students.
*Kawai Musical Instruments Manufacturing Co., Ltd.*
Press release: September 11, 2024
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New product “Score Maker School Edition 13” now available for a wide range of children and students is released.
Kawai Musical Instruments Manufacturing Co., Ltd. has released a music score recognition and music score creation software product for schools called “Score Maker School Edition”.
13” (for Windows only) will be released on October 23rd. In addition, a trial version will be released from September 11th prior to the release. This software is compatible with “Score Maker ZERO” which is currently on sale for individual users.
Platinum” is a product that has added features specifically for schools, and we have now added features such as being able to switch to an app for children and students. It can be used not only by music teachers but also by children and students.
▲ Image of “Score Maker School Edition 13” app for children and students
“Score Maker” combines the world’s highest level sheet music recognition function and full-fledged sheet music creation function, and has been used by many music lovers since its release in 1995. “Score Maker”, which has added school-specific functions to Score Maker
In addition to creating music scores, the “School Edition” is used in music classes for a variety of purposes, such as creating practice part sound sources and presenting music scores on electronic blackboards.
*Score Maker School Edition 13 School Free License (1 year version)* Overview: 1 year license version. Can be installed on all school-owned PCs. (Limited to within the same school)
Product number: CMN-SX4
Standard price: 41,800 yen (tax included)
Release date: Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Product name: *Score Maker School Edition 13*
Overview: Perpetual license package version. Each book can be used on one PC. Product number: CMN-SW4
Standard price: 41,800 yen (tax included)
Release date: Wednesday, October 23, 2024
*Please contact our computer music department for details.
■ *New features*
* Addition of switching function to student app *
We have added a function to switch to an app for children and students so that it can be used not only by music teachers but also by students. The simple screen display allows for intuitive operation, and can be used for a variety of music lessons, from music creation (creation) to singing and instrument practice, appreciation, and more. ▲Teacher app image
▲Image of app for children and students
* Splitting and merging scores*
You can easily divide a single score by rehearsal marks or specified measures. In addition, you can easily combine divided scores by simply selecting the files. It can be used for collaborative production, such as in classes where multiple groups create a song.
*Improved music score recognition function*
The music score recognition function that reads printed music scores and converts them into electronic music scores has been greatly improved. By adopting a recognition function using AI, it is now possible to recognize faint printed sheet music, which was previously impossible to recognize.
*School free license*
The school free license allows all school-owned Windows
It can be installed on a PC (limited to within the same school). Not only can it be installed on multiple teacher PCs, but it can also be installed and used on student PCs introduced under the GIGA school concept.
* ■ Product features *
* Turn sheet music into music *
The biggest feature of Score Maker is its music score recognition function. Printed sheet music can be read with a scanner, smartphone, or digital camera to create a musical score that produces sound. Equipped with a vocal sound source, sheet music with lyrics can be sung in a natural voice. It also has a function that allows you to sing notes by scale name, which is useful for music classes.
*Write beautiful musical scores*
You can create musical scores by simply selecting and pasting symbols such as notes. With the smart grid and smart layout features, even beginners can write beautiful scores.
*Easy to transpose and create part scores*
Recognized and edited scores can be easily processed because they are electronic scores. The tedious task of transposing is as simple as specifying a new key or degree. Part scores can also be easily created by simply selecting the parts.
*Complete performance functions*
It comes standard with a 756-tone software sound source developed using electronic piano technology unique to musical instrument manufacturers. There are also 422 types of automatic accompaniment styles linked to chords, so you can easily create professional accompaniment. You can also freely control the performance, such as changing the tempo and key, and adjusting the volume of each part.
*Function that can be used for practice*
Score Maker not only allows you to create music scores, but also has functions that are useful for practicing. The instrument panel can display recorder and keyboard harmonica fingerings as you play. In practice mode, you can repeatedly practice a specified range.
■ *About the trial version*
In the trial version of “Score Maker School Edition 13”, you can use all functions for free for 15 days.
Please check the website below for details.
URL: https://cm.kawai.jp/download/demo/sm/school/
■ *Operating environment*
*Supported OS*: Windows 11 / 10 (64-bit only) Japanese version *CPU*: A CPU that can comfortably run the Windows you are using. *Memory*: Memory that allows the Windows you are using to operate comfortably. *Hard disk*: 2GB or more free space required during installation *Screen display*: WXGA (1280 x 768 pixels) or higher, full color *Scanner*: TWAIN or WIA compatible image scanner (resolution of 300dpi or higher)
*Camera (when recognized)*: 8 million pixels or more for A4 size music scores *Others*: If installing from DVD, a DVD drive is required.
(The installation program can also be downloaded from the Internet) Internet connection required for license authentication (packaged version)
* ■Sales target*
First year 500 pieces
* ■Product information page*
https://cm.kawai.jp/sc/products/smsc/