Import midi libraries to garage band

Is it possible to import outsid emidi libraries into garage band?  I want to have individual midi instruments, for instance, a solo cello or solo trumpet, is there a way to achieve this in Garage Band?

The easiest way to extend the range of software instruments in GarageBand would be to buy and install Mainstage 2 from the AppStore (30 US$) . This will include all JamPack and install them for GargeBand as well - the JamPacks bought separately would coast ~500$, so that is really a bargain.
The JamPacks include wide range of additional strings, horns, and other instruments with many articulations, for example:
Alternately you could look at the soundfonts, see HangTime's post here:
How can you add different instruments to garage band
Regards
Léonie

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