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The simple approach using \addlyrics
can be used for
placing lyrics under more than one staff. Here is an
example from Handel's Judas Maccabæus:
<< \relative c'' { \key f \major \time 6/8 \partial 8 c8 c([ bes]) a a([ g]) f f'4. b, c4.~ c4 } \addlyrics { Let flee -- cy flocks the hills a -- dorn, __ } \relative c' { \key f \major \time 6/8 \partial 8 r8 r4. r4 c8 a'([ g]) f f([ e]) d e([ d]) c bes'4 } \addlyrics { Let flee -- cy flocks the hills a -- dorn, } >>
Scores any more complex than this simple example are better produced by separating out the score structure from the notes and lyrics with variables. These are discussed in Organizing pieces with variables.
Notation Reference: Vocal music.
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