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Complete guide to typesetting musical notation in LaTeX. Learn MusiXTeX, LilyPond integration, and advanced music scoring techniques.
Musical notation in LaTeX requires specialized packages to handle staves, notes, rhythms, and complex musical elements. This guide covers the essential tools for creating professional music scores and musical examples.
Key concept: LaTeX offers several approaches to music notation, from simple musical symbols to complete score typesetting. MusiXTeX provides comprehensive notation capabilities, while LilyPond can be integrated for professional-quality scores.
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Basic Musical Symbols
Simple Musical Notation
\documentclass{article}
\usepackage{wasysym}
\usepackage{harmony}
\begin{document}
\section{Basic Musical Symbols}
% Note values from wasysym
Whole note: \wholenote
Half note: \halfnote
Quarter note: \quarternote
Eighth note: \eighthnote
Sixteenth note: \sixteenthnote
% Rest symbols
Whole rest: \wholerest
Half rest: \halfrest
Quarter rest: \quarterrest
Eighth rest: \eighthrest
% Accidentals
Sharp: \sharp
Flat: \flat
Natural: \natural
Double sharp: \doublesharp
Double flat: \doubleflat
% Other symbols
Treble clef: \trebleclef
Bass clef: \bassclef
% Time signatures (using text)
Common time: C (4/4)
Cut time: \textit{alla breve} (2/2)
\section{Musical Examples}
A simple melody might be notated as:
\quarternote \quarternote \halfnote \quarternote \quarternote \wholerest
With accidentals:
C\sharp{} D\flat{} E\natural{} F\sharp{} G
\end{document}
The musixtex Package
Basic Staff Notation
\documentclass{article}
\usepackage{musixtex}
\begin{document}
\section{Basic Staff Notation}
% Simple scale
\begin{music}
\parindent10mm
\instrumentnumber{1}
\setname1{Treble}
\setstaffs1{1}
\setclef1\treble
\startextract
\Notes\qu{cdefgab}\en
\bar
\Notes\qu{c'}\en
\endextract
\end{music}
% With different note values
\begin{music}
\parindent10mm
\instrumentnumber{1}
\setstaffs1{1}
\setclef1\treble
\startextract
\Notes\wh{c}\en
\bar
\Notes\hu{de}\en
\bar
\Notes\qu{fgab}\en
\bar
\Notes\cu{c'd'e'f'}\en
\endextract
\end{music}
\section{Bass Clef}
\begin{music}
\parindent10mm
\instrumentnumber{1}
\setstaffs1{1}
\setclef1\bass
\startextract
\Notes\qu{CDEFGAB}\en
\bar
\Notes\qu{c}\en
\endextract
\end{music}
\end{document}
Complex Musical Structures
\documentclass{article}
\usepackage{musixtex}
\begin{document}
\section{Piano Score}
% Two-staff piano notation
\begin{music}
\parindent10mm
\instrumentnumber{1}
\setname1{Piano}
\setstaffs1{2}
\setclef1{\treble\bass}
\startextract
% Right hand (treble)
\Notes\qu{ceg}\en
\nextstaff
% Left hand (bass)
\Notes\qu{C}\en
\bar
% Continue with more complex patterns
\Notes\qu{dfh}\en
\nextstaff
\Notes\qu{D}\en
\endextract
\end{music}
\section{Chord Notation}
\begin{music}
\parindent10mm
\instrumentnumber{1}
\setstaffs1{1}
\setclef1\treble
\startextract
% Major chords
\Notes\zq{c}\zq{e}\qu{g}\en
\Notes\zq{d}\zq{f}\qu{a}\en
\Notes\zq{e}\zq{g}\qu{b}\en
\bar
% Minor chords
\Notes\zq{c}\zq{e^}\qu{g}\en
\Notes\zq{d}\zq{f}\qu{a^}\en
\Notes\zq{e}\zq{g}\qu{b^}\en
\endextract
\end{music}
\section{Rhythmic Patterns}
\begin{music}
\parindent10mm
\instrumentnumber{1}
\setstaffs1{1}
\setclef1\treble
\startextract
% Different rhythms
\Notes\qu{c}\cu{dd}\qu{e}\en
\bar
\Notes\hu{f}\qu{g}\en
\bar
\Notes\wh{a}\en
\bar
% Tied notes
\Notes\qu{c}\tqu{d}\en
\bar
\Notes\qu{e}\qu{f}\en
\endextract
\end{music}
\end{document}
Advanced Musical Elements
\documentclass{article}
\usepackage{musixtex}
\begin{document}
\section{Advanced Notation}
% Key signatures and accidentals
\begin{music}
\parindent10mm
\instrumentnumber{1}
\setstaffs1{1}
\setclef1\treble
\generalsignature{2} % D major (2 sharps)
\startextract
\Notes\qu{defg}\en
\bar
% Accidentals
\Notes\qu{d^\q{e_}\q{f=}\qu{g}}\en
\endextract
\end{music}
\section{Time Signatures}
% 3/4 time
\begin{music}
\parindent10mm
\instrumentnumber{1}
\setstaffs1{1}
\setclef1\treble
\setmeter1{\meterC{3}{4}}
\startextract
\Notes\qu{cde}\en
\bar
\Notes\hu{f}\qu{g}\en
\bar
\Notes\wh{a}\qu{r}\en
\endextract
\end{music}
% 6/8 time
\begin{music}
\parindent10mm
\instrumentnumber{1}
\setstaffs1{1}
\setclef1\treble
\setmeter1{\meterC{6}{8}}
\startextract
\Notes\cu{cde}\cu{fga}\en
\bar
\Notes\qu{b}\cu{c'}\qu{d'}\cu{e'}\en
\endextract
\end{music}
\section{Beaming and Grouping}
\begin{music}
\parindent10mm
\instrumentnumber{1}
\setstaffs1{1}
\setclef1\treble
\startextract
% Beamed eighth notes
\Notes\ibu0f0\qb0{cde}\tbu0\qb0f\en
\bar
% Beamed sixteenth notes
\Notes\ibbu0f0\qb0{cdef}\tbu0\qb0g\en
\endextract
\end{music}
\section{Slurs and Ties}
\begin{music}
\parindent10mm
\instrumentnumber{1}
\setstaffs1{1}
\setclef1\treble
\startextract
% Slurs
\Notes\isluru0c\qu{c}\tslur0d\qu{d}\qu{e}\qu{f}\en
\bar
% Ties
\Notes\itie0\qu{g}\ttie0\qu{g}\qu{a}\qu{b}\en
\endextract
\end{music}
\end{document}
The lilyglyphs Package
LilyPond Symbol Integration
\documentclass{article}
\usepackage{lilyglyphs}
\begin{document}
\section{LilyPond Musical Symbols}
% Note heads
Whole note: \wholeNote
Half note: \halfNote
Quarter note: \crotchet
Eighth note: \quaver
Sixteenth note: \semiquaver
% Rests
Whole rest: \wholeNoteRest
Half rest: \halfNoteRest
Quarter rest: \crotchetRest
Eighth rest: \quaverRest
% Clefs
Treble clef: \clefTreble
Bass clef: \clefBass
Alto clef: \clefAlto
Tenor clef: \clefTenor
% Accidentals
Sharp: \accidentalSharp
Flat: \accidentalFlat
Natural: \accidentalNatural
Double sharp: \accidentalDoubleSharp
Double flat: \accidentalDoubleFlat
% Time signatures
Four-four time: \timeFourFour
Three-four time: \timeThreeFour
Two-four time: \timeTwoFour
Cut time: \timeCutTime
\section{Dynamic Markings}
Piano: \dynamicPiano
Forte: \dynamicForte
Mezzo piano: \dynamicMezzoPiano
Mezzo forte: \dynamicMezzoForte
Pianissimo: \dynamicPianissimo
Fortissimo: \dynamicFortissimo
% Crescendo and diminuendo
Crescendo: \textit{cresc.} or use hairpins
Diminuendo: \textit{dim.} or use hairpins
\section{Articulations}
Staccato: \textperiodcentered
Accent: \textgreater
Tenuto: \textminus
Fermata: over notes or rests
\end{document}
Lead Sheets and Chord Charts
Jazz and Popular Music Notation
\documentclass{article}
\usepackage{musixtex}
\usepackage{harmony}
\begin{document}
\section{Lead Sheet Example}
\begin{center}
\Large\textbf{My Funny Valentine}\\
\normalsize Richard Rodgers
\end{center}
% Chord progression with lyrics
\begin{tabular}{|l|l|l|l|}
\hline
Cm & Cm(\MA7) & Cm7 & Cm6 \\
My & fun-ny & Val-en & tine \\
\hline
Dm7b5 & G7 & Cm & Cm \\
Sweet & com-ic & Val-en & tine \\
\hline
\end{tabular}
\section{Chord Symbols}
% Major chords
C major: C or C\textbigcircle
C major 7: C\MA7 or Cmaj7
C dominant 7: C7
% Minor chords
C minor: Cm or C-
C minor 7: Cm7
C half-diminished: Cm7b5 or C\oslash
C diminished: C\textdegree{} or Cdim
% Extended chords
C add 9: Cadd9
C major 9: C\MA9
C 13: C13
% Slash chords
C over E: C/E
F over G: F/G
\section{Nashville Number System}
In key of C:
\begin{tabular}{|c|c|c|c|c|c|c|}
\hline
I & ii & iii & IV & V & vi & vii\textdegree \\
\hline
C & Dm & Em & F & G & Am & Bdim \\
\hline
\end{tabular}
Common progressions:
\begin{itemize}
\item I-V-vi-IV (C-G-Am-F)
\item ii-V-I (Dm-G-C)
\item vi-IV-I-V (Am-F-C-G)
\end{itemize}
\section{Roman Numeral Analysis}
\begin{music}
\parindent10mm
\instrumentnumber{1}
\setstaffs1{1}
\setclef1\treble
\startextract
% I chord
\Notes\zq{c}\zq{e}\qu{g}\en
% V chord
\Notes\zq{d}\zq{f}\qu{a}\en
% vi chord
\Notes\zq{e}\zq{g}\qu{b}\en
% IV chord
\Notes\zq{f}\zq{a}\qu{c'}\en
\endextract
\end{music}
Analysis: I - V - vi - IV
\end{document}
Music Analysis and Theory
Harmonic Analysis
\documentclass{article}
\usepackage{musixtex}
\usepackage{harmony}
\usepackage{amsmath}
\begin{document}
\section{Harmonic Analysis}
% Bach Chorale excerpt analysis
\begin{music}
\parindent10mm
\instrumentnumber{1}
\setstaffs1{2}
\setclef1{\treble\bass}
\generalsignature{0} % C major
\startextract
% Soprano
\Notes\qu{g}\en
\nextstaff
% Bass
\Notes\qu{C}\en
\bar
% Continue analysis...
\Notes\qu{a}\en
\nextstaff
\Notes\qu{F}\en
\endextract
\end{music}
Roman numeral analysis:
\begin{center}
\begin{tabular}{c|c|c|c}
Measure & 1 & 2 & 3 \\
\hline
Analysis & I & IV & V \\
Function & Tonic & Subdominant & Dominant
\end{tabular}
\end{center}
\section{Voice Leading Analysis}
% Four-part voice leading
\begin{music}
\parindent10mm
\instrumentnumber{1}
\setstaffs1{2}
\setclef1{\treble\treble}
\startextract
% Upper voices
\Notes\zq{e}\qu{g}\zq{f}\qu{a}\en
\nextstaff
% Lower voices
\Notes\zq{c}\qu{e}\zq{d}\qu{f}\en
\endextract
\end{music}
Voice leading principles:
\begin{itemize}
\item Stepwise motion preferred
\item Avoid parallel fifths and octaves
\item Resolve tendency tones
\item Maintain smooth voice leading
\end{itemize}
\section{Schenkerian Analysis}
Background structure:
\[
\hat{3} - \hat{2} - \hat{1}
\]
Linear progressions:
\begin{itemize}
\item Ascending: $\hat{1} - \hat{2} - \hat{3}$
\item Descending: $\hat{3} - \hat{2} - \hat{1}$
\item Chromatic: with chromatic passing tones
\end{itemize}
\section{Set Theory Analysis}
Pitch class sets:
\begin{itemize}
\item Major triad: (0,4,7)
\item Minor triad: (0,3,7)
\item Diminished triad: (0,3,6)
\item Augmented triad: (0,4,8)
\end{itemize}
Twelve-tone operations:
\begin{itemize}
\item Prime (P): Original row
\item Inversion (I): Interval inversion
\item Retrograde (R): Backward order
\item Retrograde Inversion (RI): Both operations
\end{itemize}
\end{document}
Specialized Musical Notation
Early Music and Neumes
\documentclass{article}
\usepackage{gregoriotex}
\begin{document}
\section{Gregorian Chant Notation}
% Simple neume notation
\begin{center}
\Large
Ky-ri-e e-le-i-son
\end{center}
Neume types:
\begin{itemize}
\item Punctum: Single note
\item Virga: Single note with tail
\item Podatus: Two ascending notes
\item Clivis: Two descending notes
\item Scandicus: Three ascending notes
\item Climacus: Three descending notes
\end{itemize}
\section{Renaissance Mensural Notation}
Note values in mensural notation:
\begin{itemize}
\item Maxima: Longest note value
\item Longa: Long note
\item Brevis: Breve (whole note equivalent)
\item Semibrevis: Semibreve (half note equivalent)
\item Minima: Minim (quarter note equivalent)
\item Semiminima: Semiminim (eighth note equivalent)
\end{itemize}
Mensuration signs:
\begin{itemize}
\item C: Tempus imperfectum, prolatio minor (2:2)
\item O: Tempus perfectum, prolatio minor (3:2)
\item \textperiodcentered C: Tempus imperfectum, prolatio maior (2:3)
\item \textperiodcentered O: Tempus perfectum, prolatio maior (3:3)
\end{itemize}
\section{Tablature Notation}
% Lute tablature representation
\textbf{Lute Tablature:}
\begin{verbatim}
e|---0---2---4---
B|---1---3---5---
G|---0---2---4---
D|---2---4---6---
A|---3---5---7---
E|---0---2---4---
\end{verbatim}
\textbf{Guitar Tab:}
\begin{verbatim}
E|---3---5---7---
B|---3---5---7---
G|---4---6---8---
D|---5---7---9---
A|---5---7---9---
E|---3---5---7---
\end{verbatim}
\end{document}
Contemporary and Extended Techniques
\documentclass{article}
\usepackage{musixtex}
\usepackage{tikz}
\begin{document}
\section{Extended Techniques}
% String techniques
\textbf{String Instruments:}
\begin{itemize}
\item sul ponticello: near the bridge
\item sul tasto: over the fingerboard
\item col legno: with the wood of the bow
\item pizzicato: plucked
\item harmonics: \textcircled{o} natural, \textcircled{$\diamond$} artificial
\item tremolo: rapid bow movement
\end{itemize}
% Wind techniques
\textbf{Wind Instruments:}
\begin{itemize}
\item flutter tonguing: rolled r
\item multiphonics: multiple simultaneous pitches
\item overblowing: forcing higher partials
\item key clicks: percussive key sounds
\item embouchure changes: altered tone quality
\end{itemize}
% Percussion techniques
\textbf{Percussion:}
\begin{itemize}
\item rim shot: stick on rim and head
\item cross stick: stick shaft on head
\item brushes: wire brushes
\item mallets: soft, medium, hard
\item timpani glissando: pedal slide
\end{itemize}
\section{Graphic Notation}
% Using TikZ for graphic notation
\begin{center}
\begin{tikzpicture}
% Time line
\draw[thick] (0,0) -- (8,0);
\foreach \x in {0,2,4,6,8}
\draw (\x,0) -- (\x,-0.2) node[below] {\x''};
% Graphic elements
\draw[thick] (1,1) -- (3,2) -- (5,0.5) -- (7,3);
\fill[gray!50] (2,1.5) circle (0.3);
\draw[dashed] (4,0) -- (4,4);
% Dynamic envelope
\draw[red, thick] (0,0.5) -- (2,3) -- (4,1) -- (6,2.5) -- (8,0.2);
\node at (4,4.5) {\textbf{Graphic Score Example}};
\node at (0.5,3.5) {ff};
\node at (4.5,3.5) {mp};
\node at (7.5,3.5) {pp};
\end{tikzpicture}
\end{center}
\section{Proportional Notation}
Space = Time relationship:
\begin{itemize}
\item 1 cm = 1 second
\item Note placement indicates precise timing
\item No traditional bar lines
\item Conductor or click track needed
\end{itemize}
\section{Microtonal Notation}
Quarter-tone symbols:
\begin{itemize}
\item Quarter sharp: $\sharp$ + arrow up
\item Quarter flat: $\flat$ + arrow down
\item Three-quarter sharp: $\sharp$ + $\sharp$ + arrow up
\item Three-quarter flat: $\flat$ + $\flat$ + arrow down
\end{itemize}
Cent notation:
\begin{itemize}
\item +50¢: 50 cents sharp
\item -25¢: 25 cents flat
\item Just intonation ratios: 5:4, 3:2, etc.
\end{itemize}
\end{document}
Digital Music and MIDI
Computer Music Notation
\documentclass{article}
\usepackage{listings}
\usepackage{xcolor}
\begin{document}
\section{MIDI Data Representation}
% MIDI note numbers
\textbf{MIDI Note Numbers:}
\begin{tabular}{|c|c|c|}
\hline
Note & Octave 4 & MIDI Number \\
\hline
C & C4 & 60 \\
C\# & C\#4 & 61 \\
D & D4 & 62 \\
D\# & D\#4 & 63 \\
E & E4 & 64 \\
F & F4 & 65 \\
F\# & F\#4 & 66 \\
G & G4 & 67 \\
G\# & G\#4 & 68 \\
A & A4 & 69 \\
A\# & A\#4 & 70 \\
B & B4 & 71 \\
\hline
\end{tabular}
\section{Music Programming Languages}
% SuperCollider example
\textbf{SuperCollider:}
\begin{lstlisting}[language=C++]
(
SynthDef(\sine, {
arg freq = 440, amp = 0.1, gate = 1;
var env, osc;
env = EnvGen.kr(Env.adsr, gate, doneAction: 2);
osc = SinOsc.ar(freq, 0, amp) * env;
Out.ar(0, osc.dup);
}).add;
)
// Play a note
x = Synth(\sine, [\freq, 440, \amp, 0.2]);
x.release;
\end{lstlisting}
% Chuck example
\textbf{ChucK:}
\begin{lstlisting}
// Simple oscillator
SinOsc osc => dac;
// Set frequency and play
440 => osc.freq;
0.5 => osc.gain;
1::second => now;
\end{lstlisting}
\section{Music Information Retrieval}
% Python music analysis
\textbf{Python with music21:}
\begin{lstlisting}[language=Python]
from music21 import stream, note, meter, key
# Create a simple melody
melody = stream.Stream()
melody.append(meter.TimeSignature('4/4'))
melody.append(key.KeySignature(0)) # C major
# Add notes
notes = ['C4', 'D4', 'E4', 'F4', 'G4', 'A4', 'B4', 'C5']
for pitch in notes:
melody.append(note.Note(pitch, quarterLength=1))
# Analyze the melody
melody.analyze('key')
melody.show('text')
\end{lstlisting}
\section{Music Markup Languages}
% MusicXML structure
\textbf{MusicXML:}
\begin{lstlisting}[language=XML]
<score-partwise>
<part-list>
<score-part id="P1">
<part-name>Piano</part-name>
</score-part>
</part-list>
<part id="P1">
<measure number="1">
<attributes>
<divisions>4</divisions>
<key>
<fifths>0</fifths>
<mode>major</mode>
</key>
<time>
<beats>4</beats>
<beat-type>4</beat-type>
</time>
</attributes>
<note>
<pitch>
<step>C</step>
<octave>4</octave>
</pitch>
<duration>4</duration>
<type>quarter</type>
</note>
</measure>
</part>
</score-partwise>
\end{lstlisting}
\end{document}
Best Practices
Music notation guidelines:
- Choose appropriate package - MusiXTeX for traditional notation, specialized packages for extended techniques
- Consistent formatting - Use standard musical conventions and spacing
- Clear layout - Ensure readability for performers
- Proper symbols - Use correct musical symbols and terminology
- Score preparation - Include all necessary performance information
- Version control - Track changes in complex scores
Professional Music Document
\documentclass{article}
\usepackage{musixtex}
\usepackage{lilyglyphs}
\usepackage{fancyhdr}
% Custom headers for music
\pagestyle{fancy}
\fancyhf{}
\fancyhead[L]{\textbf{Sonata in C Major}}
\fancyhead[R]{\textbf{W.A. Mozart}}
\fancyfoot[C]{\thepage}
\begin{document}
\begin{center}
{\Large\textbf{Sonata in C Major, K. 545}}\\[5mm]
{\large\textbf{Allegro}}\\[3mm]
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)\\[10mm]
\end{center}
% Performance notes
\textbf{Performance Notes:}
\begin{itemize}
\item Tempo: \quarternote = 120-132
\item Style: Classical, elegant and clear
\item Articulation: Observe all slurs and staccatos
\item Dynamics: Follow markings precisely
\end{itemize}
% Main score
\begin{music}
\parindent10mm
\instrumentnumber{1}
\setname1{Piano}
\setstaffs1{2}
\setclef1{\treble\bass}
\generalsignature{0} % C major
\setmeter1{\meterC{4}{4}}
\startextract
% Measure 1 - Right hand melody
\Notes\qu{ceg}\qu{c'}\en
\nextstaff
% Left hand accompaniment
\Notes\qu{C}\qu{r}\qu{E}\qu{r}\en
\bar
% Measure 2
\Notes\qu{ded}\qu{d'}\en
\nextstaff
\Notes\qu{G,}\qu{r}\qu{G,}\qu{r}\en
\bar
% Measure 3
\Notes\qu{efe}\qu{e'}\en
\nextstaff
\Notes\qu{C}\qu{r}\qu{E}\qu{r}\en
\bar
% Measure 4
\Notes\hu{df}\hu{d'}\en
\nextstaff
\Notes\qu{G,}\qu{r}\qu{G,}\qu{r}\en
\endextract
\end{music}
\section{Analysis}
This opening phrase demonstrates Mozart's characteristic clarity and elegance:
\begin{itemize}
\item \textbf{Form}: Sentence structure (2+2+4)
\item \textbf{Harmony}: I-V-I-V progression
\item \textbf{Texture}: Melody with Alberti bass accompaniment
\item \textbf{Motivic development}: Simple scalar patterns
\end{itemize}
\section{Technical Considerations}
\textbf{Right Hand:}
\begin{itemize}
\item Finger legato in scalar passages
\item Clear articulation of melody line
\item Balanced phrase shaping
\end{itemize}
\textbf{Left Hand:}
\begin{itemize}
\item Light, even Alberti bass
\item Avoid heavy accents
\item Maintain steady pulse
\end{itemize}
\textbf{Pedaling:}
\begin{itemize}
\item Minimal use on period instrument
\item Clear harmonic changes
\item Support melodic line without blurring
\end{itemize}
\end{document}
Quick Reference
Essential Music Symbols
Symbol | Command | Package | Purpose |
---|---|---|---|
♩ | \quarternote | wasysym | Quarter note |
♪ | \eighthnote | wasysym | Eighth note |
𝄽 | \quarterrest | wasysym | Quarter rest |
♯ | \sharp | wasysym | Sharp |
♭ | \flat | wasysym | Flat |
𝄞 | \trebleclef | wasysym | Treble clef |
MusiXTeX Basic Commands
Command | Purpose | Example |
---|---|---|
\qu{notes} | Quarter notes | \qu{cde} |
\hu{notes} | Half notes | \hu{fg} |
\wh{note} | Whole note | \wh{c} |
\cu{notes} | Eighth notes | \cu{abcd} |
\bar | Bar line | Between measures |
\en | End notes | After note group |
Common Time Signatures
Symbol | LaTeX | Meaning |
---|---|---|
C | \meterC{4}{4} | 4/4 time |
𝄵 | \meterC{2}{2} | Cut time |
3/4 | \meterC{3}{4} | 3/4 time |
6/8 | \meterC{6}{8} | 6/8 time |
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- Basic Musical Symbols
- Simple Musical Notation
- The musixtex Package
- Basic Staff Notation
- Complex Musical Structures
- Advanced Musical Elements
- The lilyglyphs Package
- LilyPond Symbol Integration
- Lead Sheets and Chord Charts
- Jazz and Popular Music Notation
- Music Analysis and Theory
- Harmonic Analysis
- Specialized Musical Notation
- Early Music and Neumes
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