Handbell sounds for composing programs

[Paul Kinney]

I've been working with a trial version of the Dorico music notation program after learning Finale development has ceased. I'm about ready to actually buy Dorico.

The open question is what handbell sounds to buy. Dorico doesn't have a good one. Garritan Personal Orchestra has a good handbell sounds, but only straight ringing, no special techniques.

Do you use a handbell sound library that you like? Does it include a lot of the techniques? Do you know if it is compatible with Dorico?

Thank you,
Paul Kinney
Redford Aldersgate UMC
Redford, MI

[Michele Sharik]

Hi Paul-

I use the Handbell sounds from Noisefirm Handbells. In addition to ringing, there are shakes and stopped sounds. 

I don’t actually use them through any of the programs there intended for by the manufacturer, but I use the sound files independently by making  a midi file in finale, and then use Logic (Apple version of ProTools) to voice them with the Handbell sound. I have not tried doing that in actual ProTools.

Hope that helps?

-Michèle

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