Detail 01
20 staves per page
Enough lines for a full horn section, rhythm section and vocal on one page without turning.
Product detailSKU #1281539726669
Hal LeonardCarta Scorepad 18X12, 40 Sheet, 20 Stave, Big Band Carta Manuscript
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A large-format manuscript pad with 20 staves per page, sized for full ensemble scores. For arrangers writing by hand.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Hand-writing big band or large ensemble scores
- Arranging class assignments that require a full score page
- Composers who sketch on paper before entering to notation software
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Single-line players who need a few staves
- Anyone wanting a bound book that stays open flat
- Writers who need a pad that fits a standard binder
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
18 x 12 inches
Much larger than letter size. Will not fit standard binders, folders or most small music stands.
Detail 03
40 sheets
A working supply, not a semester's worth. Long charts eat pages fast at score density.
Detail 04
Pad format
Sheets tear off, so you can spread a score across a table or hand out pages individually.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Oversized pages need a large stand or flat table to work on
- 02Check your scanner bed size before planning to digitize pages
- 03No staff labels or instrument names preprinted
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How many staves per page?
20 staves, which is the standard count for full big band scoring with rhythm section included.
02Will this fit in a three-ring binder?
No. At 18 x 12 inches it is well past letter size. Store it flat or in an oversized portfolio.
03Is it a pad or a bound book?
A pad, so individual sheets tear away. That is useful for handing off pages but means loose sheets need their own folder.
04Can I use it for orchestral scores?
20 staves handles most big band and mid-size ensembles. A full orchestra usually needs more staves per page.
