How to Create Drum Set Parts in Finale

If you're writing lead sheet or rhythm chart drum set parts for a pop, rock, jazz or folk drummer, this is the video tutorial for you! Even if you're writing concert percussion parts for a symphonic band or orchestra, this video explains how drum parts work in Finale.
Dr. Watson helps unlock the mysteries of getting drum parts to look and sound right in a score, including the often misunderstood concept of Percussion Mapping.
Video "chapters" include:
1) What is Percussion Mapping?
2) Configuring a Drum Set part
3) Entering Notes (Speedy Entry)
4) Getting 3 Parts onto 1 Staff
5) Staff Styles (Slash and Rhythm Notation, 1- and 2-Bar Repeats)
6) Editing Percussion Mapping
PLEASE check out all Dr. Watson's other Finale tutorials!
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GM Drum Map (shown in video): drive.google.c...
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[@JohnHenrySheridan]

Very useful and helpful tutorial, thank you! This has intimidated me for years. I may consider diving in a bit now.

[@dr.keithheimann3963]

Terrific video. Thanks very much! I am trying to figure out if I can play a MIDI drum set directly into Finale.

[@ScottWatsonMusic]

It sounds tricky, but I’d bet it’s possible. To figure it out, though, I’d have to spend a little time discussing it with the nice folks at Finale tech support 😁

[@pamelawatson1051]

Hello! Wher can I find that general Midi drum mapping chart that you show on the video. I don't usually write out realized drum part, especially for small jazz ensembles. However, if I could just find the sound (snare, bass dr,. ect) and the corresponding notation, that would be workable...and wonderful! Thanks

[@ScottWatsonMusic]

I added a link to that GM Drum Map in the description in case anyone else is interested in it, but here is a direct link: drive.google.com/file/d/1cKsTICRIAPPbcDy4j6KLHBX5tiDgs7Es/view?usp=sharing Hope this helps!

[@joshiopaz5615]

Hello - I'm having trouble using Finale Print 2014 on my M1 Mac. I can't open the program. Any suggestions

[@ScottWatsonMusic]

I hate to say it, but that’s a pretty old app….might be time to upgrade to the current, full version of Finale

[@joshiopaz5615]

@@ScottWatsonMusic Do you know if it's compatible with the M1 Mac book pros?