Expression maps are powerful—but once you’ve built more than a few, things can get messy fast. In this class, you’ll learn how to organize your Dorico expression maps, percussion maps and libraries with a clear, scalable strategy so that your playback templates remain efficient, navigable, and easy to maintain—even in large orchestral projects.
What You Will Learn
By the end of this class, you’ll be able to:
•Organize expression maps by name for clarity and consistency
•Build sectional maps that combine multiple instruments
•Use endpoint setups and templates to streamline routing
•Create reusable templates tailored to your libraries and ensembles
•Safely import, export, and maintain your expression map library over time
Why You Should Take This Class
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed managing dozens of maps or struggled to recall which version works with which library, this class is for you. You’ll walk away with real-world strategies for managing complex templates, keeping things tidy as your setup grows. I’ll walk you through a proven naming structure and help you create maps that are not just functional—but future-proof. As a composer managing hundreds of instruments and dozens of libraries myself, I’ve designed this system to reduce frustration and free up creative energy.
Who This Class is For
This class is ideal for intermediate to advanced Dorico users who are already familiar with expression maps and want to get serious about building a robust scoring workflow. You should already be comfortable creating basic expression maps and navigating the Playback and Endpoint Setup panels.
Materials/Resources
You’ll need a working copy of Dorico and at least one third-party library that uses expression maps. I’ll also provide a starter naming convention template to help you hit the ground running.
