Rolled chords

A rolled chord is a chord whose notes are played quickly in order, as opposed to simultaneously; to give a chord a harp-like effect. Various types of rolled chords exist.

1. How do you write a rolled chord?
2. How do you add rolled chords in Finale?

How do you write a rolled chord?

The rolled-chord marking (a vertical wavy line) uses a special articulation feature named Copy the Main Symbol Vertically, letting you drag the wavy line to make it as long or as short as you want it to be.

How do you add rolled chords in Finale?

Rolled chords

1. Choose the Articulation tool .
2. Click the bottom note of the chord. The Articulation Selection dialog box appears. ...
3. Click Create. The Articulation Designer dialog box appears.
4. Click Main. The Symbol Selection dialog box appears.
5. Double-click the symbol (#103). ...
6. Select Copy the Main Symbol. ...
7. Press ENTER twice.