The difficulty level varies between each song. We have rated each arrangement using the following scale: -

1.            Easy

2.            Fairly Easy

3.            Moderate

4.            Quite Hard

5.            Difficult

These terms are relative, but our difficulty rating will provide a general guide for bandleaders when deciding upon the complexity of a piece. TopDots arrangements are note-for-note accurate and as such there may be occasions when the 'normal' range of an instrument is exceeded.

As an example, the trumpet player may be required to play higher than 'top C' and saxophone players may need to play high into their harmonic range. All these factors, along with the key and vocal range are considered when deciding the difficulty level.

Please note, we regard 'Easy' as a band having the ability to sight-read the arrangement or to polish the performance of the piece with only minimal rehearsals.

Yes, although creating an account can be done at the same time as purchasing. There are additional benefits to having a user account including the ability to:  receive a list of regular updates (via our email Newsletter), check previous orders, send suggestions to us for any new arrangements you would like us to produce. This can be found using our Wishlist feature in your user account area. Registration also offers the ability to post review(s) of any of the products previously purchased.

Yes. All our arrangements have passed a stringent quality control process. This process ensures that the quality of our arrangements continues to meet, and in most cases exceeds, the already extremely high levels expected by the music publishers.

TopDots pay a royalty to the publisher for every arrangement sold which in turn is forwarded to the original writers of the work.

Yes.

Not only are the arrangements protected under international copyright law, we have adopted our own security measures to deter piracy.

Piracy is extremely damaging. We take meticulous care and attention in producing every arrangement and we are pleased that we have the wonderful support of our loyal customers. 

Unfortunately there are some who would swap, upload or give simply away our arrangements. To deter this practice we utlise a variety of protection methods. One system uses DRM (Digital Rights Management) for the protecion of every PDF. DRM protection enables the purchaser to view the PDF and print the pages once.

Another system employs a watermarking system which embeds the purchasers details into the PDF. Details include Name, Invoice number and Postal (zip) code. This information is replicated throughout each and every page.

Unauthorised distribution can now be tracked back to the source.

Please read our Terms and Conditions for further information.

The use of tablets and monitor screens on stage are becoming increasingly popular. Having the option to create your own PDF versions of the arrangements is particulary useful. During the print process there is an opportuity to 'print' to PDF. The latest computer based operating systems for both PC (Win 10) and Mac OS have an inbuilt PDF option.

For PC users, just choose File ->Print from any application, and then print to the "Microsoft Print to PDF" option as your printer.

PC users running the Windows 8 operating system (or earlier) will need to install third party software to provide the ability to print PDFs. Fortunately, there are a variety of free PDF printers available online.

We are constantly working hard to produce new and high quality arrangements to keep the website fresh and current. However, sometimes we encounter delays in obtaining copyright clearances which does delay production.

Similarly some Artists decline permission for their works to be arranged and we respect their wishes. Generally, we aim to publish 2/3 songs every month.

All the resources on the TopDots site are available for immediate download and are totally free of charge. The music is provided as a multi-page PDF files. After downloading simply print the parts you require. All the resources are in the public domain so customers can use them and even share them with friends and colleagues. All we ask is that if you do intend to send them to another person, can you please ensure you send the original  file to ensure everything is included.

Alongside every arrangement is an MP3 of the arrangement. By playing these, the realistic audio reproduction can be used to evalute the suitability of the music.

Although we do not require any accreditation for home, corporate or educational use, the ownership of the arrangements will always remain with TopDots Orchestrations LLP.

We will be adding new material to the resources page over time with a variety of pieces.

To jump directly to our Free resources page. click here.

Our Newsletter keeps you up to date with any information, new arrangements, new resource material and/or selected reviews from the site. This means we can keep you up to date automatically, which is generally no more than once a month.

You can also Unsubscribe easily if you wish to and we guarantee your email address will never be shared or given to any other person or organisation whatsoever.

Subscribe.

There are two ways to subscribe to the newsletter:

1.     Type your email address into the bar found in the header of the website.

                                                   - or -

2.      Login to your account, go to your account settings, and select the 'Edit Profile' option. Near the bottom of the page there is the Newsletter option. Click checkbox to ‘subscribe’.

Unsubscribe.

To unsubscribe from the Newsletter, click the ‘unsubscribe’ link which is located near the bottom of every newsletter.

Arrangements are ordered from the Song Details page.

Note: Customers must be registered and logged in before they are able to order an arrangement.

Step 1.

When you find the song you require click on the red 'More Info' button. This will take you to the Song details page for that song.

Step 2.(Optional)

Audition (Preview) the song in the various keys we offer using the drop down key selector in the right hand panel. Likewise the arrangement type can be changed (Eg. From Big Band to Big Band Lite). Use the VRA (Vocal Range Assistant) to confirm the key of your selection.

Step 3.

Click 'Add to Cart' and confirm. After closing the confirmation pop-up, you will notice a number located just to the right of the cart-which is located in the header section.The number will change depending on the amount of items in your cart.

Step 4.

To Checkout, click on 'Cart'. A window will open and will display a review of the item(s) in your cart. Confirm the details of the music are correct and then choose between a 'Digital Print' or 'Post my Order', if you would like us to print your music for you (there is a charge for this service). On the right hand panel is a summary of the items in your cart and if everything is satisfactory click 'Continue to secure checkout'.

Step 5.

The window 'Review of Order' will open. This is the last chance to confirm the details of your order prior to payment. If all is correct, click 'Continue to secure checkout'.

Step 6.

We use the secure PayPal portal to process all our card transcations. NOTE: You do NOT need a PayPal account to order from TopDots. If you intend to pay with cred or debit card select the option to 'Pay with Debit or Credit Card'. If you are a PayPal customer and wish to use PayPal, use the log in option provided and follow the prompts.

TopDots do NOT have any access to your finanial information whatsoever. Everything related to payment is administered by PayPal.

Step 7.

Enter the information required and after the payment is complete you will return to the TopDots site and into the 'Print Manager' page, from where you can print your music.

Reviews can only be submitted by registered customers who have purchased the arrangement. This stops spurious ‘reviews’ and reassures our customers that the reviews they read are honest and submitted by real customers. After writing a review the arrangement can be rated between 0 and 5 stars.

To write a review:

1. Log in to your account.

2. Go to YOUR ACCOUNT

3. Within the 'Orders' menu, select ’Create/Edit Reviews’

4. Click ‘Write product review’.

5. Write your review, and rate the product using the stars to finish, click ‘Post review’

Note. When in your order history page, if you have already posted a review you have the option to edit your previously posted reviews.

Note. We reserve the right to edit and/or remove any post if it contains unacceptable, defamatory and/or offensive language (racism, profanity etc.,) or if it contains malicious or deliberate untruths.

Generally, No, but we do reserve the right to edit and/or remove a post if it contains unacceptable, defamatory and/or offensive language (racism, profanity etc.,) or if contains malicious and deliberate untruths.

Yes.

You can buy separate parts that may have already been printed by the print manager. Once an item has been printed the confirmation tick option will be replaced by a shopping cart. Click on the shopping cart icon and that item will be placed in the cart.

When the checkout process is completed the part(s) will again be available to print..

No.

All orders must be placed online via the website. The website has been designed to be the fastest and most secure method to order your music. All orders placed are protected fully using 128 bit encryption and SSL certificates for customer protection.

No.

All orders must be placed online via the website.

Yes.  

You can sign in using Facebook and Google. This sign up mechanism avoids having to fill out time consuming forms when registering.

Our policies can be found either:

1. In the footer of the website

2. In your account (once signed in)

3. In our HELP section.

Terms and Conditions 
 

In using this website you are deemed to have read and agreed to the following terms and conditions:
 

The following terminology applies to these Terms and Conditions, Privacy Statement and Disclaimer Notice and any or all Agreements: "Client", "You" and "Your" refers to you, the person accessing this website and accepting the Company's terms and conditions. "The Company", "Ourselves", "We" and "Us", refers to TopDots Orchestrations LLP. "Party”, "Parties", or "Us", refers to both the Client and ourselves. All terms refer to the offer, acceptance and consideration of payment necessary to undertake the process of our assistance to the Client in the most appropriate manner, whether by formal meetings of a fixed duration, or any other means, for the express purpose of meeting the Client's needs in respect of provision of the Company's stated services/products, in accordance with and subject to, prevailing English Law. Any use of the above terminology or other words in the singular, plural, capitalisation and/or he/she or they, are taken as interchangeable and therefore as referring to same.
 

Confidentiality
 

We are registered under the Data Protection Act 1998 and as such, any information concerning the Client and their respective Client Records may be passed to third parties. However, Client records are regarded as confidential and therefore will not be divulged to any third party, other than (our manufacturer/supplier(s) and if legally required to do so to the appropriate authorities. Clients have the right to request sight of, and copies of any and all Client Records we keep, on the proviso that we are given reasonable notice of such a request. Clients are requested to retain copies of any literature issued in relation to the provision of our services. Where appropriate, we shall issue Client's with appropriate written information, handouts or copies of records as part of an agreed contract, for the benefit of both parties.
 

We will not sell, share, or rent your personal information to any third party or use your e-mail address for unsolicited mail. Any emails sent by this Company will only be in connection with the provision of agreed services and products.
 

Disclaimer
 

Exclusions and Limitations
 

The information on this web site is provided on an "as is" basis. To the fullest extent permitted by law, this Company:

• excludes all representations and warranties relating to this website and its contents or which is or may be provided by any affiliates or any other third party, including in relation to any inaccuracies or omissions in this website and/or the Company's literature; and
• excludes all liability for damages arising out of or in connection with your use of this website. This includes, without limitation, direct loss, loss of business or profits (whether or not the loss of such profits was foreseeable, arose in the normal course of things or you have advised this Company of the possibility of such potential loss), damage caused to your computer, computer software, systems and programs and the data thereon or any other direct or indirect, consequential and incidental damages; and
   
• excludes refunds based upon errors by the user with regards to the suitability of the product.

This Company does not however exclude liability for death or personal injury caused by its negligence. The above exclusions and limitations apply only to the extent permitted by law. None of your statutory rights as a consumer are affected.
 

Payment
 

Online payments can be made using Credit or Debit cards or via PayPal. We do not hold any personal details on the TopDots Website. We require payment in full upon ordering unless a company or individual has been pre-authorised with a trade account. Account customers are required to pay invoices in full within 30 days of ordering. All goods remain the property of TopDots Orchestrations LLP, payment is for a license to use our products. Monies that remain outstanding by the due date will incur late payment interest at the rate of 2% above the prevailing Bank of England's base rate on the outstanding balance until such time as the balance is paid in full and final settlement. We reserve the right to seek recovery of any monies remaining unpaid after sixty days from the date of invoice via collection Agencies and/or through the Courts. In that event the customer would be liable to pay all costs including legal costs incurred by us in the retrieval of the outstanding amount.

Cancellation/Refund Policy

Minimum 24 hours of cancellation required. Notification for instance, in person, via email, mobile phone ‘text message’ and/or fax, or any other means will be accepted subject to confirmation in writing. We reserve the right levy a £30 charge to cover any subsequent administrative expenses. If the customer exercises their ability to print the products this will be accepted by the customer as confirmation of accepting the binding conditions with regard to the order in full and therefore the cancellation process is void.

Delivery policy
Depending on which product(s) have been ordered, TopDots has the following
Delivery policy.

1.         User printable product. Customers have the option to print their own
products after the successful completion of payment. Once payment has been
received in full, customers will be directed to the website's 'print
manager'. Customers are able to review their orders and print part or all of
the products. Any remaining print copies are retained and can be printed at
a later date. 

2.         Postal product. Any product that has been ordered under our 'print
service' will be subject to availability. 

Orders are dispatched within two working days of receipt of order and
cleared funds.

Once the items are in the postal system we are unable to influence the
delivery as this may vary due to carrier shipping practices, delivery
location, method of delivery, and the items ordered.

Shipping costs are based on the weight of your order and if express delivery
is requested. To find out how much your order will cost, simply add the
items you would like to purchase to your cart, and proceed to the checkout
page. Once at the checkout screen, shipping charges will be calculated
automatically.

If there is any damage to the packaging on delivery, or if you have
questions relating to your order, in the first instance visit our online
help section or contact us directly using the information in our contact
page.
 

Termination of Agreements and Refunds Policy

Both the Client and ourselves have the right to terminate any Services Agreement for any reason, including the ending of services that are already underway. No refunds shall be offered, where a Service is deemed to have begun and is, for all intents and purposes, underway. Any monies that have been paid to us which constitute payment in respect of the provision of unused Services, shall be refunded.

Availability

Unless otherwise stated, the services featured on this website are available worldwide unless we are unable to obtain worldwide licences from the publishers. In that event, we can only license for those territories for which we have approval. Redistribution or republication of any part of this site or its contents is prohibited, including such by framing or other similar or any other means, without the express written consent of the Company. The Company does not warrant that the service from this site will be uninterrupted, timely or error free, although it is provided to the best ability. By using this service you hereby indemnify this Company, its employees, agents and affiliates against any loss or damage, in whatever manner, howsoever caused.

Log Files

We use IP addresses to analyse trends, administer the site, track user’s movements and gather broad demographic information for aggregate use. IP addresses are not linked to personally identifiable information. Additionally, for systems administration, detecting usage patterns and troubleshooting purposes, our web servers automatically log standard access information including browser type, access times/open mail, URL requested and referral URL. This information is not shared with third parties and is used only within this Company on a need-to-know basis. Any individually identifiable information related to this data will never be used in any way different to that stated above without your explicit permission.

Cookies

Like most interactive web sites this Company’s website (or ISP) uses cookies to enable us to retrieve user details for each visit. Cookies are used in some areas of our site to enable the functionality of this area and ease of use for those people visiting.

Links to this website

You may not create a link to any page of this website without our prior written consent. If you do create a link to a page of this website you do so at your own risk and the exclusions and limitations set out above will apply to your use of this website by linking to it.

Links from this website.

We do not monitor or review the content of other party’s websites which are linked to from this website. Opinions expressed or material appearing on such websites are not necessarily shared or endorsed by us and should not be regarded as the publisher of such opinions or material. Please be aware that we are not responsible for the privacy practices, or content, of these sites. We encourage our users to be aware when they leave our site and to read the privacy statements of these sites. You should evaluate the security and trustworthiness of any other site connected to this site or accessed through this site yourself, before disclosing any personal information to them. This Company will not accept any responsibility for any loss or damage in whatever manner, howsoever caused, resulting from your disclosure to third parties of personal information.

Copyright Notices.

Copyright and other relevant intellectual property rights exist on all materials relating to the Company’s services and the full content of this website.

This Company’s logo is a trademark of this Company in the United Kingdom and other countries. The brand names and specific services of this Company featured on this web site are trademarked.

Product Protection

The Company, in order to protect its intellectual copyrights has implemented security technologies and processes to protect its products. Any such technology will enable the Company to track the purchaser of its products. Such unique data may, but not limited to, the name of the customer, the invoice reference number and the postal code of their address.  

Communication

We have several different e-mail addresses for different queries. These, and other contact information, can be found on the Contacts page of our website.

The companies registered address is in the United Kingdom.

Force Majeure

Neither party shall be liable to the other for any failure to perform any obligation under any Agreement which is due to an event beyond the control of such party including but not limited to any Act of God, terrorism, war, political insurgence, insurrection, riot, civil unrest, act of civil or military authority, uprising, earthquake, flood or any other natural or manmade eventuality outside of our control, which causes the termination of an agreement or contact entered into, nor which could have been reasonably foreseen. Any Party affected by such even shall forthwith inform the other Party of the same and shall use all reasonable endeavours to comply with the terms and conditions of any Agreement contained herein.

Waiver

Failure of either Party to insist upon strict performance of any provision of this or any Agreement or the failure of either Party to exercise any right or remedy to which it, he or they are entitled hereunder shall not constitute a waiver thereof and shall not cause a diminution of the obligations under this or any Agreement. No waiver of any of the provisions of this or any Agreement shall be effective unless it is expressly stated to be such and signed by both Parties.

General

The laws of England and Wales govern these terms and conditions. By accessing this website and using our services/buying our products, you consent to these terms and conditions and to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English courts in all disputes arising out of such access. If any of these terms and deemed invalid or unenforceable for any reason (including, but not limited to the exclusions and limitations set out above), then the invalid or unenforceable provision will be served from these terms and the remaining terms will continue to apply. Failure of the Company to enforce any of the provisions set out in these Terms and Conditions and any Agreement, of failure to exercise any option to terminate, shall not be construed as waiver of such provisions and shall not affect the validity of these Terms and Conditions or of any Agreement or any part thereof, or the right thereinafter to enforce each and every provision. These Terms and Conditions shall not be amended, modified, varied or supplemented except in writing and signed by duly authorised representative of the Company.

Notification of Changes

The Company reserves the right to change these conditions from time to time as it sees fit and your continued use of the site will signify your acceptance of any adjustment to these terms. If there are any changes to our privacy policy, we will announce that these changes have been made on our home page and on other key pages on our site. If these are any changes in how we use our site customers’ personally identifiable information, notification by email or postal mail will be made to those affected by this change. Any changes to our privacy policy will be posted on our web site 30 (thirty) days prior to these changes taking place You are therefore advised to re-read this statement on a regular basis.

These terms and conditions for part of the Agreement between the Client and ourselves. Your accessing of this website and/or purchasing our services and/or products or Agreement indicates your understanding, agreement to and acceptance, of the Disclaimer Notice and the full Terms and Conditions contained herein. Your statutory Consumer Rights are unaffected.

© 2020 TopDots Orchestrations LLP. Registered in England # OC403389. All Rights Reserved.

Privacy Policy
 

We are committed to protecting your privacy. Authorised employees within the company on a need to know basis only use any information collected from individual customers. We constantly review our systems and data to ensure the best possible service to our customers. Parliament has created specific offences for unauthorised actions against computer systems and data. We will investigate any such actions with a view to prosecuting and/or taking civil proceedings to recover damages against those responsible.
 

Information Collection

While using our website, we may ask you to provide us with certain personally identifiable information that can be used to contact or identify you. Personally, identifiable data may include name, address, phone number and email address. We do not hold any personal bank details on this website nor do we store customer credit card details.

Log Data

Like many websites, we collect information that your browser sends whenever you visit our site. This is called Log Data.

We use IP addresses to analyse trends, administer the site, track user’s movements and gather broad demographic information for aggregate use. IP addresses are not linked to personally identifiable information. Additionally, for systems administration, detecting usage patterns and troubleshooting purposes, our web servers automatically log standard access information including browser type, access times/open mail, URL requested and referral URL. This information is not shared with third parties and is used only within this Company on a need-to-know basis. Any individually identifiable information related to this data will never be used in any way different to that stated above without your explicit permission.

© 2020 TopDots Orchestrations LLP. Registered in England # OC403389. All Rights Reserved.

A cookie policy is a declaration to your users on what cookies are active on your website, what user data they track, for what purpose, and where in the world this data is sent.

Also, a cookie policy should contain information on how your users may opt out of the cookies or change their settings in regard to the cookies on your website.

Many website owners choose to incorporate the cookie policy as a section of their privacy policy. You can also leave your website cookie policy as a stand-alone section.

Due to the nature of the product we do not offer a returns policy unless the music has been supplied in error.

END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT

Definitions.

The following Definitions apply to this END USER Licence Agreement: TopDots Orchestrations is the owner of any and all materials and available documentation, which can be in the format of PDF, (Adobe readable file), or any other type of written format and any and all sound recordings included with the product.

"Client", "You" and "Your" refers to you, the person accessing this website and accepting the Company's terms and conditions. "The Company", "Ourselves", "We" and "Us", refers to our TopDots Orchestrations LLP. "Party”, "Parties", or "Us", refers to both the Client and ourselves. “Product” refers to any software, PDF documentation, text documentation and all audio and Visual recordings which could reasonably be regarded as the saleable item you have purchased. "License" means the license purchased and granted pursuant to this Agreement.

License Grant.

TopDots Orchestrations grants to you and only you, subject to the following terms and conditions, a single non-exclusive, non-sub licensable, non-transferable right to use the Product on the following terms. The product is the property of TopDots Orchestrations and is licensed to you only for use as part of a musical performance, live or recorded.

This license expressly forbids resale or other distribution of the Product. TopDots Orchestrations reserves all rights not expressly granted to you. Any musical products generated in whole or part from TopDots Orchestrations materials may be subject to additional licensing by Performing Rights Organisations, Mechanical Copyright holders or any other relevant licensing authority. 

Ownership.

Ownership of, and title to, the enclosed digitally created and recorded materials (including any and all copies) will be held by TopDots Orchestrations. Copies are provided to you only to enable you to exercise your rights under the license. You have purchased a license to use our products.

Protection of Software.

You agree to take all reasonable endeavours to protect this product and all accompanying documentation from unauthorised copying or distribution. You agree not to modify the enclosed product to circumvent any method or means adopted or implemented by TopDots Orchestrations to protect against or discourage the unlicensed copying, distribution and dissemination of the product.

Restrictions.

Except as expressly authorised in this Agreement, you may not rent, lease, sell, sublicense, distribute, transfer, copy, reproduce, display, modify or time share the product(s) or its documentation. You may not use the materials or parts thereof for any commercial use by the creation of a product or service which could be deemed commercially competitive in nature to those currently available or under consideration by the Company.

Term.

This Agreement is effective from the date you print, or use the product, whichever is earliest, and will remain in full force until termination. This Agreement will terminate if you break any of the terms or conditions of this Agreement.

DOWNLOADING, PRINTING OR USING THE PRODUCT IN ANY WAY CONSTITUTES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THIS AGREEMENT.
TopDots Orchestrations constantly monitors digital product releases and the internet to check for copyright infringements, and will prosecute all piracy and copyright violations to the fullest extent of the law. Section 107 of the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act of 1988.
 

Your order will be printed within 2 business days and will be sent out to you first class mail. We will always make an effort to get your arrangement to you as quickly as we can. However, we cannot control Royal Mail delivery schedules. If you have not received your arrangement within a reasonable timeframe please contact us.

Our Contact details can be found in the Contact menu.