Finale VDL Template 2012a.1

Developed by Ted Boliske

This template provides you with the tools needed to make use of the powerful percussion sample library Virtual Drumline within the notation software Finale 2012. From detailed mapping diagrams, text expression library, etc. you’ll quickly get into the driver’s seat so you can start writing your next percussion masterpiece.

Be sure to read the Specifications and Requirements sections below for specific details regarding this template. For an overview of what all our Finale templates have to offer, please read Finale Templates: Overview.

Readme File

Feel free to download this template’s Readme file:

Finale VDL Readme 2012 (1.33 MB)

Compatibility

This template is compatible with Finale 2012a or later. Note that enhancements and changes to newer versions of Finale may not be available with the template.

VDL Keymaps

Finale / VDL users may find our free VDL Keymaps quite useful when using this template.

Specifications

Package contents (Fin_VDL_Template_2012a.1.zip – 3.8 MB):

• VDL_Readme_2012a.1.pdf – Setup and installation instructions.
• VDL_ReadmeExtras_2012a.1.pdf – Text Expression charts and Notation Keys.
• Mac_OS/ and Windows_OS/ folders, each with the following:
  • FIN12_VDL255 Percussion Library/ – Folder containing the percussion layouts and Text Expressions.
  • FIN12_VDL255_Templates/ – Folder containing Battery Only, Ensemble, and Default templates.
  • FIN12_VDL255 MIDI Device XML Files/ – Folder containing the Percussion MIDI Maps (.xml files)
• SINGLE-USER_License.txt – A copy of the license agreement.

Requirements