Instrument numbering

When there are multiple instruments of the same type in the same score, they are each automatically given a number for easy and clear identification.

For example, if there is only one flute in a score, it is called Flute, but if there are three flutes, they are called Flute 1, Flute 2, and Flute 3.

Dorico Pro automatically numbers instruments when there are multiple instruments of the same type in your project.

Figure: One violin with no number

Figure: Adding a second violin automatically generates numbers for both violins

Instrument numbers are automatically generated for players if the following criteria are met:

  • Players are the same type, either solo or section.

  • Players have at least one instrument in common.

  • Players are in the same group.

  • Instrument names are the same.

For example, if you have two flutes in your project, but one flute is a section player and the other flute is a solo player, they are not numbered automatically. Similarly, if the two flutes are in different player groups, they are not numbered automatically.