Opera Score Trim in Finale

I will share my full-orchestra opera score (created in Finale 2014.5) and need it reduced from 75 to roughly 50 minutes. The cut points are at the measure-and-note level rather than whole scenes, so I’m looking for someone who can edit with surgical precision inside Finale’s environment.

Along each cut I want short, vocal-based transitions that keep musical flow intact and give every voice in the affected section a moment to breathe. No orchestral segues are required; the emphasis is on crafting natural vocal links that feel composer-authentic.

File handling matters: you will receive .musx files laid out Legal size, landscape. Please return the finished score in exactly the same format, fully playable in Finale 2014.5 with all layout, expressions, and articulations preserved.

Deliverables
• Trimmed full score in .musx (Finale 2014.5 compatible)
• Any auxiliary transition material clearly marked in the score
• PDF proof in Legal-landscape for a quick read-through

Once you’ve reviewed the material we can settle on either an hourly arrangement or a fixed quote, whichever you prefer.

If you happen to know (or be) Mary Seaman, let me know—that name was recommended to me.

A trial will be required before formal engagement. The freelancer will complete the requested work on the first score and return it for review.