How to Install Stretto on Void Linux

Stretto is an open-source music notation software. In this tutorial, we will guide you on how to install Stretto on Void Linux using the command-line interface.

Prerequisites

Before proceeding with the installation, ensure you have the following:

• A running instance of Void Linux installed
• An internet connection
• Basic knowledge of using the command-line interface

Installing Dependencies

Open the Linux terminal, and enter the following command to install Git:

sudo xbps-install -S git

Next, install JDK (Java Development Kit) with the following command:

sudo xbps-install -S openjdk8

Installing Stretto

To install Stretto, we first need to clone its repository from Github. Enter the following command in the terminal:

git clone https://github.com/benkaiser/stretto.git

Next, navigate to the downloaded directory and build the software using Maven. Enter the following commands:

cd stretto
mvn package

Once the build is complete, run the program using the following command:

java -jar target/stretto-1.0-SNAPSHOT.jar

Conclusion

After following these steps, you should have successfully installed and launched Stretto on Void Linux. You can now use it to create and edit music notation sheets.