Post #8 What to Download Next

In todays post we will be going over audio recording and editing apps and screenwriting software. The first is actually one of the most commonly used music apps run by Apple. GarageBand is a fully equipped music creation studio right inside your Mac and includes a complete sound library that includes instruments, presets for guitar and voice, and an incredible selection of session drummers and percussionists. Another great part about using GarageBand is that it is a free app. Next we are going to look at Auria Pro. Auria Pro can add a complete MIDI sequencer, with a Piano Roll editor and real-time MIDI parameters like quantizing and groove templates. Record from external MIDI keyboards, or with third party iOS instruments that support Core MIDI's Virtual MIDI. It can also Draw in tempo changes with Auria Pro's new Tempo and Time Signature editor. This is a really excellent app for audio recording and editing, however, the down side of this app is that is cost $49.99. Now if you are looking for a free, professional screenwriting software you can use right now than you should download Studio Binder. It is a free scriptwriting software and is the option for any filmmaker or writer. It's intuitive, easy to use, industry-approved, and lets you focus on writing instead of formatting. You can also discuss screenwriting software with Final Draft 10. It’s been an industry standard for decades, and has been used by top writers and filmmakers. Its smart type function remembers scene elements like characters and locations, which you can reinsert as you write. Final Draft 10 also includes robust tagging and reporting tools. This means you can break down scene elements (actors, wardrobe, props) to feed into production reports later. It also includes organizational tools like Story Map (for outlining), Beat Board (for beat sheets) and Alternate Dialogue (for storing additional dialogue options). However, a great downside of Final Draft 10 is its cost of around $200.