Creating videos of your music scores can greatly enhance your compositions and make them shareable on platforms like YouTube and Vimeo. Here’s a simple step-by-step guide:


Screen Recording Your Score:

  1. Capture Your Score:

    • On Mac: Use QuickTime for screen recording. Open QuickTime, go to File > New Screen Recording, then set your recording area to capture your score.
    • On Windows: Press Win+G to open the Game Bar, then record your score as it scrolls by clicking the record button and activating your screen record.

  2. Adjust Page Size:

    • Ensure your score fits a widescreen format (16:9 ratio) for optimal viewing on YouTube and Vimeo. If you're working with a larger ensemble or orchestral score, it's fine to keep the original vertical A4 ratio.

Recording Using Screen Capture Software:

  1. Set Up Your Recording:

    • Open your score in Adobe Reader or any PDF viewer on your computer.
    • Use a media player (like iTunes or Windows Media Player) to play your audio file. Keep it minimized in the background.

  2. Download and use a third party screen capture or broadcasting software

  3. Start Recording:

    • Begin playing your audio file and scroll through your score using your mouse or keyboard.
    • Your software will capture everything on your screen (or the specified window), creating a video of your score synced with the music.

  4. Save Your Video:

    • Stop recording when your audio playback is finished.
    • Save your recording as an MP4 file. This format is compatible with YouTube, Vimeo, and can be easily shared.

Final Touches

  1. Edit Your Video (Optional):

    • Use video editing software to trim any unnecessary parts and add a title if desired.
    • Save your edited video as an MP4 file.

  2. Share Your Video:

    • Upload your video to YouTube or Vimeo. Follow their respective upload instructions.
    • For sharing with fellow composers, consider attaching your video to your sheet music upload with links from your preferred application for videos.

By following these straightforward steps, you can create and share professional-looking score videos, even if you have limited experience with software and technical setups. This approach ensures your compositions are showcased effectively online, reaching a wider audience of music enthusiasts, ensemble directors, and fellow composers.