Store your work
Any computer storage system from the cloud to thumb drives will provide storage for your work. Here are a few options that may be helplful
Store audio files in the cloud
SoundCloud provides a vast amount of storage for free. A subscription charge significantly increases available storage. The benefit of a SoundCloud accout is that your audio files can be easily shared by others. You can choose whether your work is available to the public or is private. SoundCloud offers a way to get feedback on your work from musicians who aren't able to hear your music in person. SoundCloud is sort of like Facebook for musicians. I keep a running laboratory of new and experimental work on SoundCloud at these links: https://soundcloud.com/bill-troxler/ and https://soundcloud.com/3sheets These SoundCloud accounts allow me to discuss music with my trio and with theatre and museum directors. It's quick and easy. Using it only requires that you have created an audio file of your work. To do that, see the link on Production.
iPad and smartphone storage
Many performing musicians rely on the iPad to store and recall music and lyrics. Here are some options. All of these cost under $10.
forScore GigBook UnRealBook
My personal choice is GigBook. This app is designed for performing musicians. Linked with a Bluetooth pedal, GigBook allows hands-free page turning. The software also allows work to be stored in set lists and in categories GigBook is handy, reliable and affordable.
Scores and lyrics are stored in PDF format. GigBook links directly to DropBox. So, it's very easy to use.
Check out the iTune store for many additional options.
Paper
If you are still into paper, well, that’s great. You know where to find manila folders and three-ring binders. I have completely gone over to digital storage. Use whatever storage format that serves you best. The only point I would make about storage is that when you store your work in digital format it can be shared easily with others and shared at a distance. It just makes everything more convenient.
Store audio files in the cloud
SoundCloud provides a vast amount of storage for free. A subscription charge significantly increases available storage. The benefit of a SoundCloud accout is that your audio files can be easily shared by others. You can choose whether your work is available to the public or is private. SoundCloud offers a way to get feedback on your work from musicians who aren't able to hear your music in person. SoundCloud is sort of like Facebook for musicians. I keep a running laboratory of new and experimental work on SoundCloud at these links: https://soundcloud.com/bill-troxler/ and https://soundcloud.com/3sheets These SoundCloud accounts allow me to discuss music with my trio and with theatre and museum directors. It's quick and easy. Using it only requires that you have created an audio file of your work. To do that, see the link on Production.
iPad and smartphone storage
Many performing musicians rely on the iPad to store and recall music and lyrics. Here are some options. All of these cost under $10.
forScore GigBook UnRealBook
My personal choice is GigBook. This app is designed for performing musicians. Linked with a Bluetooth pedal, GigBook allows hands-free page turning. The software also allows work to be stored in set lists and in categories GigBook is handy, reliable and affordable.
Scores and lyrics are stored in PDF format. GigBook links directly to DropBox. So, it's very easy to use.
Check out the iTune store for many additional options.
Paper
If you are still into paper, well, that’s great. You know where to find manila folders and three-ring binders. I have completely gone over to digital storage. Use whatever storage format that serves you best. The only point I would make about storage is that when you store your work in digital format it can be shared easily with others and shared at a distance. It just makes everything more convenient.