This version no longer relies on TeX to do titling and page
layout, but distributes page breaks optimally to produce
evenly spaced pages, while respecting user-specified turning
points. The slur formatting code has been completely
rewritten, and now yields classical engraving quality results
for most cases. In addition, this version adds fret diagrams,
a safe execution mode for Web server use, a further
simplified input format, better typography for ledger lines,
many bugfixes, and a fully revised and updated manual.
This release has completely revamped support for
for orchestral score formatting, cue notes, font
size management, lyric formatting, drum
notation/playback, and document integration. In
addition, it has numerous syntax simplifications,
proper support for 8va brackets, and a completely
updated manual.
Font sizes can now truly be scaled continuously. The closest design size will be scaled to achieve the desired size. As a side effect, there are now no longer limitations in using smaller fonts (e.g. grace notes) at small staff sizes. The appearance of stem tips is now also engraved with rounded corners. The placement of accidentals on chords and ledgered notes is improved.
This release dramatically simplifies many parts of the syntax, making
it easier to use than ever before. Other improvements include
quarter-tone accidentals and conditional inclusion of music fragments.
It makes a solid platform for working on notation and typography
features for coming versions.
LilyPond now supports quarter tones. They are
entered by suffixing "ih" for a half-sharp and
"eh" for a half-flat. In addition, this release
sports a slew of bugfixes and small documentation
updates.
