You can turn existing gradual dynamics into messa di voce hairpins; for example, if you change your mind about the dynamic phrasing in some bars.
Procedure
- Select the gradual dynamics that you want to turn into messa di voce hairpins. You can do this in Write mode and Engrave mode.
- In the Properties panel, choose Messa di voce for Type in the Dynamics group.
Result
The selected gradual dynamics are turned into messa di voce hairpins. The first direction follows the previous overall direction of the selected gradual dynamics.
Tip
You can also turn existing gradual dynamics into messa di voce hairpins by selecting them and clicking the corresponding buttons in the Gradual Dynamics section of the Dynamics panel.
You can also press Shift-Alt/Opt-, for a crescendo/diminuendo messa di voce hairpin, or Shift-Alt/Opt-. for a diminuendo/crescendo messa di voce hairpin.