Frequently Asked Questions

 Who can benefit from using Organ Symphony Assistant? 

  • Organ students interested in the rich history of music written for organ and orchestra and want to learn the art of ensemble performance  

  •  Amateur organists who would want to play this kind of repertoire, in the comfort of their own home 

  • Professional recitalists who may be preparing a for a performance 

  • Organ departments who would like to offer a course or seminar on music for organ and orchestra  

In some instances, smaller church venues would be able to use Organ Symphony Assistant in real-time performance during worship or even in recital.  If you would like more information on this, please send us an email from the Contact page.

Can I edit and save my own OSA files?  

Video Sheet Music MP4s can be edited with secondary apps like Nu-Movie Player and Vont.  For more information, please visit the Video Sheet Music Instructional Page

For USB Flash Drive files, you can edit the files in your DAW for tempo, volume, tuning, etc., and then save it in your own version on your computer (IMPORTANT: Do not alter the project file on your flash drive so that you always have an original).  However, in order to access any revised files, you will always need to have your OSA drive inserted into your computer.  For more information, please visit the USB Flash Drive Instructional Page

What if my organ is not tuned to A=440?  

OSA files are pitched at A=440.  Many pipe organs are not tuned to A=440 or are at a lower/higher pitch because of temperature changes.  The easiest way to address this issue is to change the pitch of your OSA USB file within the DAW program or, for Video Sheet Music, with the Nu-Movie App.  More is explained on the OSA instructional pages (see above). 
 

Do OSA audio files come with a score? 

All OSA files come with an OSA-edited PDF score of the sheet music.  The score includes orchestral cues and a visible click track staff.  Although the OSA edition is highly recommended for learning, we also suggest owning the original score, when available.  Many scores can be purchased at retail music outlets.  

Do I need a Digital Audio Workstation? 

If you prefer to do extensive editing, OSA USB files are only available in a DAW project file format.  Having the OSA files available as a DAW project file also allows the user to edit the files for tempo, volume, pitch, etc.  Not only are you the organist but also the conductor! Go to the USB Flash Drive Instructional Page to read more about Digital Audio Workstations. If you want to skip the use of a DAW, Video Sheet Music is the way to go, especially if you would like something easier with only simple editing for pitch and speed.

Are there any examples of   actual Organ Symphony Assistant performances?  

Please visit the Samples Page to hear and see examples of Organ Symphony Assistant in action.

Does Organ Symphony Assistant offer workshops? 

Yes. Just send us a request on the Contact page.

What if I have a problem with my OSA Flash Drive or Video Sheet Music?

If you have problems with any of the files not functioning or if you received any files by mistake, simply let us know the specifics via the Contact page, and we will make arrangements to correct the situation.