No matter which computer you use, it will only be as powerful as the software inside. The software is what lets you input, manipulate, and output the musical data itself. That's why it's important to choose music software specifically geared to your intended goals, as well as your personal way of working and thinking. Fortunately there are many excellent software programs that address the needs of musicians, designed to cover just about any musical endeavor that comes to mind.
Music software is divided into a few distinct groups.
The two most popular types of music software are notation programs , and music sequencing programs . Notation software is especially popular with band directors, teachers, conductors, and choirmasters because it allows them to quickly generate printed sheet music that students and other musicians can rehearse with, or use to perform. With most notation software, typically, you can either enter notes one at a time with your mouse, record your MIDI performance information, or use a step write function. Once you have entered the notes with your preferred method, you can play it back through a MIDI device like a keyboard, sound module, or your computer s sound card. There are many different ways you can edit the notes you have entered.