I have seen "2nd x only" much more than "1st x tacet." I also think it conveys intent better and quicker. As for font style, that's subjective to the style preferred by the publisher, if there is one. Personally I use 12 pt italics plain and have seen that used quite a bit.
Richard > From: Aaron Sherber <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > I'm writing out an arrangement with several repeated strains, and the > instrumentation changes slightly on the repeat. So for an instrument which > only comes in on the repeat, is it better to put '1x tacet' or '2x only'? > And is there a standard as to whether this should be roman or italics or bold? _______________________________________________ Finale mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://mail.shsu.edu/mailman/listinfo/finale