Keep up the good work!
J. Sperling, Composer — Author

Encore is extremely versatile. "Piece of cake!"
Leo Matheos

FROM OUR DEDICATED CUSTOMERS.

About six months ago my old computer "died" and I had to purchase a new one. Unfortunately, the new computer (with all the latest technology) did not accept my Encore 4.2 program. I have been an Encore user for over 10 years and had upgraded with each new edition. I emailed GVOX and inquired as to whether there was a new version of Encore which would satisfy the needs of my new computer. Your representative (Howard) assured me that there was, and in a matter of days I was (once again) doing my composing and arranging on my new Encore 4.5.3.
As a published Composer and Author (who is not really a "Tech" person,) I totally rely on the simplicity of use and the variety of easy steps Encore offers me from the initial "Lead Sheet" to my final "Band Chart." So far, I have not found a notation or musical nuance that Encore doesn't afford me to express.

I would also like to take a moment to thank your staff (especially Howard) who work "on line" and in the e-mail department. They were all most helpful, patient, knowledgeable and very courteous seeing me through the entire process from the information stage, to the purchase and finally . . . the installation of my new Encore program.

Keep up the good work!

J. Sperling, Composer - Author
A.S.C.A.P.

I can't tell you how happy I am after finally receiving my Encore upgrade. Like others I read about, I, too, tried PrintMusic, which I understood was a watered down version of Finale, and there is no comparison. Encore is so logical and easy to master, but very comprehensive in constructing music for any kind of musical situation. I have developed a routine where I structure the systems with 1 stave per system, 1 system per page, and 1 measure per system. Then I go to Page Setup and increase the size to 400%. This generates each measure large enough for me to cut and paste the printouts so that I can construct a large chart to hang on my board. This way the children are able to see the song (I was teaching recorders at the time) from where they were sitting. This allowed me to use a laser pointer and the children followed the red dot and as a result began to learn the notes and learned how to focus. I remember years ago that I used to pass out printouts to the children and they laid them on the floor to read. I wasn't sure what they were looking at with that arrangement. So, this way I,m certain they are looking at the right thing. Again, thank you for providing the product that is a very essential part of my daily teaching routine.

Ted M. We have been using MusicTime and Master Tracks Pro in our classroom for three years. I thought you might be interested in hearing what our students can do with your fine products - Peoria Unified School District Student Gallery.

Tom Mariotti
Foothills Elementary School, AZ

Thanks for a great program, it's a blast to use, and really simple to show my kids. They pick up on it in a flash. Some of my friends in the business use Finale...I tell them I don't have the time to wade thru that program...Encore is so much quicker !!

Randy B.

I'd also really encourage your team to publicize Encore as much as possible. It is far better than any other software out there including Sibelius, Finale or Cubase (for which I'm licensed and which I use for non-classical compositions/performances/mixing). I write classical music on an Encore score, note by note with the mouse. The only way this is possible is to have a well thought-out mouse/keyboard data entry combination. All other programs were originally geared for non-classical improvisation, or are simply poorly thought out. In addition, Encore has far more score layout flexibility than most people realize.

David T.

I've owned a copy of MusicTime since before it was a GVOX product. When I bought a new computer in '98 I discovered Passport was gone, but a web search produced GVOX, so I upgraded. Couldn't afford Finale (and I don't need it), and I LOVED the fixes and additions of MusicTime Deluxe. Have used Sibelius at school with my kids' music teachers' classes. As long as you have music in front of you, Sibelius is easy to edit, but my problem is usually getting a favorite tune in front of a musician in the right key. My $149 Yamaha keyboard and MOTU Fastlane MIDI input work GREAT for getting music on a page with MTD. I usually use my iBook 'cuz there's not enuf room near my desktop for the keyboard.

Molly C.

I have always believed in giving a second chance to those who are willing to take ownership of past issues and rectify the lack of customer service. In my opinion, GVOX has given much more credibility to my belief. I decided to give them a second chance after I could not get upgrades six months ago. Their customer service team went above and beyond the call to get me the products in a timely manner, AND ENSURE I received what I needed. The letter from the president said that GVOX has turned a corner. My experience shows this is an understatement. No previous support team with the Encore and Mastertracks products has come close to being as responsive. I am happy to be a continuing GVOX customer.

Jeff H.

After the disappointment of hearing about the troubles your company was experiencing at that time, I was very pleased with the prompt and courteous personal service I received from Howard and Nathaniel Weiss when I contacted them regarding this matter last month.

I wish GVOX continued success in the future and I will continue to recommend your products to parents, friends and fellow teachers!

Bill H.

I am an Encore user for several years. I bought the software in Singapore through a friend of mine. FYI, recently I won the national competition in Indonesia for song composition including harmony part (SATB) for Church Choir. The song, called: "Haleluya," will be used as an obligatory song for all Indonesian Christian Choir competition that will involve 30 provinces altogether in September 2003. This success was due to the intelligent assistance of the Encore Notation Software--it is an extremely versatile "piece of cake"! Thanks to Encore.

Leo Matheos

I'm very happy to hear from a person about my MusicTime upgrade and very excited about installing it. In 1995, I purchased my first copy of MusicTime. Today, 150 MusicTime charts are part of my working routine. In addition to being able to work on existing charts, there are numerous new features that are really neat. For instance, when typing lyrics, the old version required hitting the 'tab' key to move from syllable to syllable. In the upgrade, hitting the space bar moves the cursor between syllables. Neat. I haven't mastered the color feature yet but WOW I've played with it just enough to know how to access it. My test chart uses red for a second verse in the same melody line with the first ending. Another nice improvement is being able to drag up the size of the ending bars. Count me among the MusicTime cheerleaders.

Patricia Adams
www.patriciaadams.com

I have used MusicTime for composing and scoring ever since it first came out, on floppy. It's always been my choice over higher-tech programs like Finale, simply because of its simplicity of use, and its great features! With the new updates since 3.5.5 came about, it's gotten even better! Finale now sits on a corner of my desktop, used very rarely, and even then, I input the basic midi file originally created in - you guessed it - Music Time! But the real story here is the customer service! Whereas other sites will have you wait a few days before getting back to you, these guys at GVOX have been answering most of my emails within the hour!

Paul Ghica

MusicTime Deluxe 3.5.5! This is the blessing I've been waiting for. Very Simple! Very Good! But REALLY Powerfull! ... I've used MusicTime Deluxe 3.5.2 for all my music illustrations I put in my book "JAZZOLOGY: Encyclopeadia of Jazz Theory for all Musicians" which is curently in print by Hal Leonard. It's COOL COOL COOL!

Nor Eddine Bahha, Jazz Keyboard, Composer, Copyist, Researcher, Member, Teacher at KARAWEN MUSIC SCHOOL, Morocco

I have been using Encore since the Dos version in the late eighties, but never updated beyond the version I had in the late nineties. As the years went by and both operating systems and software versions advanced, the day came when I finally got a new computer with XP. Finding the software would no longer work, I started to look around for an upgrade. After locating GVOX as the outlet for Encore, I noticed a rude remark posted about their service, so it was with some trepidation I approached them for the upgrade. I was immediately given an upgrade with zero quibbling about the age of my previous version, and plenty of useful advice. I can't imagine why anyone could have found problems with their customer service people. I am now happily scoring once again. Many thanks.

Chris Mercer
Arranger, tenor sax player-Portland OR

I didn't realize that Encore would read all my old MusicTime files; I have been delaying purchasing a more powerful program for that reason. I have typed in over 750 tunes into MusicTime and although it has been very good, it has some
limitations for me. I decided to purchase the upgrade to Encore and it arrived in the mail a week ago. It is wonderful!  I feel I have only scratched the surface of what it is capable of. It fixes any of the problems I had with MusicTime. And it works with my new Mac computer with OS X.

Tom Hutchinson

Frankly, I thought Encore was doomed when Passport's telephone and website went off line.  Panic was a mildword to describe how I felt.  I love this program!!! It thinks like a working musician, arranger, composer....
Thank you a million times over for continuing this productline.  I recommend Encore to musicians all the time. It's bullet-proof!  

And for the record...........
I own the F word (Finale). It has given new meaning to the word "adversarial "! Never finished one song with it.

Thanks again for producing Encore!!!!  I am forever greatful!

Respectfully,
Johnny Woodall
Writer, Arranger, Composer,
Your Miracle Music Publishing - ASCAP

Your product (MusicTime) is excellent and I have used it
successfully for almost five years.  This is my lifeline to my ministry.
Thank you for an excellent program.

Harry Fontaine 
Minister of Music, Litz Manor Baptist Church

Finale keeps trying to get me to buy their program but I like Encore.

Harold Smoliar
English horn, Pittsburgh Symphony

I'm Johnny Zell from the PBS television show, Lawrence Welk.  I write musical arrangements for the show.  I have used Encore for 7 years and really believe it is the best

I have been a user of Music Time Deluxe for about 6 years now and consider it superior to other much higher priced programs

Bill Johnston

The new Apple and Encore 4.5.6 are incredible - as is the wonderful
service you offered me. I have over a thousand tunes written out.
Encore is a top part of my life. Thank you all, sincerely.The new Apple and Encore 4.5.6 are incredible - as is the wonderful
service you offered me. I have over a thousand tunes written out.
Encore is a top part of my life. Thank you all, sincerely.

Alan Edward

Thanks for all of your help w/ the new encore. I'm making music again and enjoying it. I'm a 75 year old guy with an 8 piece band that I write all of the music for, I have generated over 150 charts for the band, I also write for large jazz ensembles.

Thanks again,
L. Leo Pontes

Fifteen years ago I began composition with the old Rhapsody program from Gvox. I graduated to Encore in 1994 and since to a newer version. Having composed fifteen symphonies, chamber music and 12 piano sonatas with Encore my performances by the London Symphony & Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestras attest to the exceptional adequacy of the Encore program. Having tried other programs, I know of no other that comes close to the brilliant Encore options and ease of creativity. If you are contemplating software, download the Encore demo sample and you will see how easy it is to use for your composition.

Richard Englefield - Composer
www.symphonybyenglefield.com