Notation programs

[altistitar]

I'm thinking about changing from Win98 into Linux, but before the switch I need to know if there are any good notation programs for Linux (I'll probably get Red Hat 8). It's essential for me to have a powerful notation program, since I'm studying to be a professional musician. Currently I'm using Sibelius.

The features I need are MIDI keyboard support, so I can insert notes from the keyboard, lots of different musical symbols to add, MIDI playback, ability to print the music... Are there any programs with these features?

[mdwatts]

The Sound and Music Software (http://freshmeat.net/articles/view/354/) article from freshmeat.net

Also search there for noteedit.

[altistitar]

Thanks, that was fast!

I've already checked out the NoteEdit homepage, but I didn't get it clear whether you are able to print in NoteEdit or not. Otherwise it seems fine. And what about Brahms, is the score editor any good? A midi sequencer in the same package sounds nice.

[mdwatts]

I only installed Noteedit at work just to see if it would work. It has so far though I haven't configured the audio devices or tried to print.

I do have a Roland Midi Controller and Roland soundcard in one of my home pc's which is sitting there without any OS. I just need the time to install Linux and try out some of those sequencers etc. mentioned in that article.

I'm not a musician though. Just one of my many toys. :)

I've heard good things about Brahms (haven't tried).