Michele Galvagno

A Turning Point

an Artistic Score Engraving July 2023 update Dear all, Welcome to the first update for Summer 2023. It is very hot and uncomfortably damp here in NW Italy, and being forced to keep windows shut because of asbestos removal is not helping. Luckily, we can take refuge in the school where we teach, enjoying someContinue reading “A Turning Point”

Piatti Opera Omnia – Episode 2

announcing the Capriccio sopra un tema della Niobe di Pacini, Op. 22, for cello solo This article is an expanded version of the Editorial Notes that can be found in the published edition, available digitally at this link, and as a physical book here. A video of this piece played by the incredible Antonio MenesesContinue reading “Piatti Opera Omnia – Episode 2”

Sibelius Bugs and how to survive them! – Ep. 1

Episode 1: Dynamics Lost Welcome everyone to my new blog series dedicated to the issues and bugs that plague our life as Sibelius users, from very beginners to professional engravers. Every episode will feature a single problem, thoroughly describe how to reproduce it and, if possible, show available solutions. The written version will be inContinue reading “Sibelius Bugs and how to survive them! – Ep. 1”

Dotzauer – 12 Pieces for Two Cellos, Op. 58—available in physical copy!

I am thrilled to announce that the second edition of the Dotzauer Project, the Twelve Original Pieces, Op. 58 for two cellos, is finally available as a physical product! To know more about the Dotzauer Project, please head over here. How to get your copy? The best option is to head over to the GumroadContinue reading “Dotzauer – 12 Pieces for Two Cellos, Op. 58—available in physical copy!”

A Midsummer’s Day-Dreaming

an Artistic Score Engraving (around) June 2023 update Dear all, I hope this message finds you all well. These last three months have been incredibly packed for me, and I have not been able to raise my head until last week. I will once more do my best to keep this report concise, so let’sContinue reading “A Midsummer’s Day-Dreaming”