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chord
Two or more notes of the same duration that start at the same rhythmic position and share a
stem.
chord input
A variation of note input where notes are stacked on top of each other to create chords rather
than being input after the previous note in sequence. Notes are input at the caret position, which
does not advance automatically. See also caret, note input.
collision avoidance
Automatic adjustments made by Dorico SE to ensure multiple items at the same position do not
overlap and that all remain clearly legible. Includes changing the shape of items, such as slurs,
and changing the vertical and/or horizontal position of items, such as accidentals in chords.
column
A vertical line representing the same horizontal position across all staves in the system. Used to
determine the position of notes and chords for the purposes of spacing music accurately.
Multiple columns can be used for the same rhythmic position to accommodate multiple voices,
with notes or chords in some voices being offset horizontally from notes or chords in other
voices.
concert pitch
All notes are written as they sound. Full scores are often notated in concert pitch, so that
harmonies and themes are easier to identify. Also known as “sounding pitch”. See also
transposed pitch, instrument transposition.
condensing
The process of showing the music for multiple players on fewer staves than is normal, usually by
allowing multiple instruments of the same type to share a staff, such as Flutes 1-2 or Horns 1-4.
Most commonly used for large orchestral scores, as when there are fewer staves on a page it is
possible to use a larger staff size, which is easier for conductors to read. See also divisi, pitch
crossing.
constant point
A change in value in a track or lane in Play mode that sets a xed value until the next point in the
track or lane. See also linear point, value line.
context menu
A menu that you can access by right-clicking on a mouse or double-tapping on a touchpad. Its
options vary by the location of the mouse pointer when you access it, but it most commonly
contains options also found on the Edit menu.
cursor
The vertical blinking line that appears when entering or editing text. See also caret.
D
dead note
A note played on a fretted instrument whose sound is muted to produce a sound that is more
percussive than pitched. Usually produced by gently resting one hand on the string. Also known
as a “muted”, “mued”, “ghost”, or “silenced” note. In Dorico SE, only notes belonging to fretted
instruments, such as the guitar or banjo, can be dead notes.
disclosure arrow
A small arrow that is shown on all edges of the main window in Dorico SE. It allows you to hide/
show the toolbar and panels individually.
divisi
Italian for “divide” or “divided”, divisi is when players split in order to play multiple lines of music.
This commonly involves a section, such as Violin I, dividing and using two staves rather than one
for a limited passage. Divisi passages can be notated all on the same staff, using multiple voices
if required, or across multiple staves. See also tutti, condensing.
Glossary
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