Hi,
depending on my intentions I use different programs.
Hi-end: Dorico (Elements) not free
Sometimes: Muse Score (sometimes too complicated to use) free
Doing quick and easy work with easy and good results: EasyABC (free).
uses abc-Notation (irish folkies know this), a little more work to install, but a very easy way to keep "books" with own songs.

give it a try
wolfgang


BIAB 2024 UltraPlusPAK, Cubase 13, Ethno , SC8850, MU80, QUASAR, Win 10 (64), U-PHORIA UMC 1820, Halion 7, Wavelab 12 Elements, Dorico 5 Elements,