Using Different Time Signature Sizes In One Score

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kvochkocar
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Post by kvochkocar » Tue Dec 26, 2023 6:17 am

Hi,

I'm using large time signatures in my orchestra score. There is an extended tuba solo and the large time signatures don't look right there. Is there a way to apply small time signatures only for the tuba solo in the score? I was trying to figure out if it is possible to use staff styles but without success.
Any ideas about this?
Thank you!


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Post by michelp » Tue Dec 26, 2023 12:55 pm

You could use the Expression tool.
1) Create a staff style (applied to the score and parts) to hide the time signature in the tuba solo.
2) Create a global expression (shape) or a couple of expressions (text) for the small time signature.
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Post by kvochkocar » Wed Dec 27, 2023 4:45 pm

Great!

Thanks michelp!

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