Instrumentation Search

Instrumentation Search System allows you to search for works using various combinations of instruments. Please add the instruments you want to search for.

No instrument has been selected.

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How to Use Instrumentation Search System

Instrumentation Search System is a system that searches for works using the instruments you are looking for.

1. About Instrumentation Search System

With this search system, you can easily find works that include your chosen instrument. You can refine your search by specifying the number of instruments, key, and whether it is a solo instrument. Additionally, enabling 'Exact Match' will filter results to show only works that use that specific instrument.

2. Instrumentation Search System Window

The currently added instruments are displayed. Please use the buttons for operations.

  1. The added instruments will be displayed here.
  2. Exit the Instrumentation Search System without searching.
  3. Turn on if you want an exact match search.
  4. Open the Add Instrument Window.
  5. Delete all added instruments.
  6. Select a template.
  7. Save the current instrumentation as a template.
  8. Open a saved template.
  9. Open the How to Use for the Instrumentation Search System.
  10. Display version information.
  11. Start the search.

3. Add Instrument

Press the Add Instrument button to open the Add Instrument window.

  1. Return to the Instrumentation Search window without adding instruments.
  2. Select the type of instrument.
  3. Select an instrument.
  4. Check the box and select a key if you want to specify one.
  5. Check the box and enter a number if you want to specify the number of instruments.
  6. Check the box to specify a solo instrument.
  7. Add the instrument to the Instrumentation Search window.

4. Added Instrument

Press the button for a added instrument in the Instrumentation Search window to open the Edit Instrument window The operation method is the same as in the Add Instrument window.

  1. Return to the Instrumentation Search window without editing the instrument.
  2. Select the type of instrument.
  3. Select an instrument.
  4. Check the box and select a key if you want to specify one.
  5. Check the box and enter a number if you want to specify the number of instruments.
  6. Check the box to specify a solo instrument.
  7. Update the instrument in the Instrumentation Search window.

5. Edit Added Instrument

Search results display.

  1. Return to the Instrumentation Search window.
  2. If there are many search results, they display 10 works at a time.
  3. The order of the search results can be changed.
  4. The work icons display.
  5. The work titles display.
  6. The work instrumentation display.

6. Search Results Window

Using a template allows you to input a pre-prepared instrumentation all at once.

  1. You can choose from pre-prepared templates.
  2. If you save the currently added instrumentation as a template, you can simplify future searches using the same ensemble. Enter a file name and download it. The file format is Sonatine Search Template File (.sst). The downloaded file will be saved in the storage location set on your device.
  3. Load a previously saved template. The file format is Sonatine Search Template File (.sst).

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Creator SONA chine
ProfileGraduated from the Composition Department of Eiko Gakuen College of Music. While enrolled, he studied the fundamentals of composition and orchestration under the late Mr. Masahiko Sasaki. He was particularly immersed in the study of harmony in contemporary music and new expressive methods using traditional Japanese instruments. In 2002, he won 3rd prize in the composition division of the 27th All Japan Student Music Competition. Currently, he serves as the principal violist for the Arcadia Symphony Orchestra. He is also passionate about mentoring younger generations, contributing to the development of future musical talent by imparting the joy and depth of music through his guidance at Eiko Gakuen College of Music and various local amateur orchestras.
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Music is a universal language that enriches people's hearts and connects the world. As an independent music publisher and a musician, I hope to contribute, even in a small way, to ensuring wonderful music reaches more people.

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