I have a dilemma: if we have 4-part choral music with 4 staves (SATB), and when the text is completely the same for all (homophonic writing), and when the text is placed between SA and TB, where should dynamics go for S and where for A (consequently TB)?
For Soprano it is clear - above, but for Alto?
Or how would you solve that?
Placement of text and dynamics in vocal scores
Placement of text and dynamics in vocal scores
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Re: Placement of text and dynamics in vocal scores
Normally, for choir music written on four staves, each staff should have their own lyrics and dynamics. If this is strictly mostly homophonic, you should probably use two staves (SA and TB). Place the lyrics in the middle and dynamics above and below.
Re: Placement of text and dynamics in vocal scores
Thank you Knut. I will than use separate S A T B and separated text for each.