Dave, there are plenty of good reasons to upgrade even without Music XML.

My experience with Music XML in all programs is that it is a standard without complete accuracy. In other words, every application of it brings quirks. Thus, it's hard to figure out fault.

To your specific question: I don't have Finale Notepad so I don't know.


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