MakeMusic's Greg Dell'Era announced the termination of Finale's development, stating, "Instead of releasing new versions of Finale that would offer only marginal value to our users, we've made the decision to end its development." This indicates a significant shift away from updating a program essential for many musicians.
German electronic artist Peter Kirn called the discontinuation "the end of an era," highlighting the emotional impact on the music community. Prominent composers and performers expressed similar outrage, emphasizing the deep-rooted connection many have with Finale.
The response from the music community was profound, with conductors, songwriters, and music students commenting on social media that the move was an "utter betrayal" and quite "ridiculous," illustrating the strong sentiment against the decision.
Finale subscribers were offered a discount to switch to Dorico, which indicates a corporate strategy to smooth the transition amid backlash. However, many users remain dissatisfied with the loss of a long-standing tool.
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