Greetings -
Just a reminder and note:
I have been using \relative for years and have been quite happy with
it. Perhaps my situation is fairly unique. I transcribe a lot of
fiddle tunes, then transpose them down an octave and into alto clef.
Using \relative is easier for me than using absolute pitches and
\transpose, especially when I need to move an A part or B part up or
down an octave because the fiddle tune won't all fit on the viola down
an octave.
My point being that I understand the arguments for absolute pitch
entry and I prefer \relative pitch entry. I think there's room for both.
All the best,
Ralph