There is a delay before audio plays on mobile devices. To prevent exceeding mobile data caps, on smartphones and tablets HTML5 audio waits until you hit the play button before downloading - and won't start playing until enough of the file has been streamed so the clip will play without interruption. Note: the quality of your headphones matters.
Eight part ensemble of String Quartet, Oboe, French Horn, Harp, and Timp (3)
Flute, Oboe, Cello, Harp, and Timp (3) - compatible with John Rutter 's chamber ensemble version of his Requiem
Audio clips are produced from a Finale notation file with linked VST audio samples, and output as AIF or WAV files for multitrack audio engineering in Cubase. Our studio reference monitors are flat-response Sony MDR-7506 headphones; the specifications of your listening equipment may sound different.
In other words, your headphones matter.
Every score on this website has been re-engraved for improved legibility and consistency (completed Oct 1, 2021). As our purpose is to be a repository of ready-to-play music for live performance, the investment in an improvedhouse style seems worth the effort.
Many scores sport minor voice leading edits, but some have slightly altered descants lowering the tessitura where possible or improving musical phrasing.
Given the improved legibility and style, you might prefer a fresh copy. They're free.
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