I provide music editing and proofreading services for publishers, composers, arrangers, academics, performers, music teachers and students. I can also typeset your music into Sibelius software to a very high standard.
Students
Your thesis or dissertation is one of the most important parts of your studies. You want to present your original work and thought at its very best.
Not only can I help you polish your writing, but I will guide you through the process of working with a professional editor. It may well be your first time doing something like this.
There are some ethical constraints and limits to what any proofreader can offer to students. In this I am guided by my membership of the Chartered Institute of Proofreading and Editing. I will not rewrite or change the style of your work. The help I offer focuses on spelling, grammar and language consistency.
I provide a specialist service for music academics which draws on my extensive experience as a professional violinist and composer. I already speak the language you will be using in your thesis.
Businesses
It’s often a good idea to bring in a language consultant to ensure that your written and digital materials are working in the best way for your company.
Such materials include business reports, marketing materials, in-house documents, training information, websites and blogs.
As a professionally qualified editor I will help you achieve good, clear and consistent writing. I can provide checks for the following:
- spelling, punctuation and grammar
- help create a style sheet if you do not already have one
- consistency of hyphens and capitals
- figures, tables and labelling
- headings and subheadings
- consistent style of dates and lists
Websites
Perhaps you are one of many people starting up their own business today. A website is an essential ‘shop window’ giving potential clients a first view of your services, as this one is doing here.
It’s a crucial first impression and I can help you make it as positive as possible. Why not show clients the same attention to detail there as you will in your actual business?
Such details include spelling, grammar, clarity of the message you want to convey, not to mention checking that those links all work and won’t lead to out-of-date content or ‘404 error’ messages.
Independent Writers
Fiction, short stories, drama and screenplays – I provide that final check and polish to your writing.
Whether you are preparing a manuscript for self-publication or to send round to publishers, you’ll doubtless want it in pristine condition. I’ll assist you in getting rid of those typos, spelling errors, punctuation problems, grammar glitches and inconsistencies.
Your style is unique, as is your author’s voice. You can trust me to respect that, so do get in touch to discuss your project and how I can help you with it.
My years of experience playing in orchestras and proofreading for a major music publisher will ensure that your music is presented at its very best.
Elaine Gould – Senior New Music Editor, Faber Music Ltd
Colin Matthews – Composer
Judith Rose – Teacher and Academic