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Attribute: reference

Description

If the reference attribute for the level element is yes, this indicates editorial information that is for display only and should not affect playback. For instance, a modern edition of older music may set reference="yes" on the attributes containing the music's original clef, key, and time signature. It is no by default.

Derived By

Type yes-no

Enumeration
Value  Description 
yes 
no  MusicXML default
Referenced By
Definition

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