[jedimastert]

The main "problem" I see this notation style as trying to "solve" is that the standard 5 line western notation is built around a very strong affinity and "default" of the western diatonic scales. For any key/mode, if you're within that pattern then relationships of notes and notation is very clear. This is also enforced by the note names themselves, with A to A being a Aeolian/natural minor scale that fits into this same pattern.

It's interesting (and useful) to step outside of this default, but IMO in for a penny in for a pound; there really should be a commitment to a complete separation, at least as a "default". The examples are trying to connect a notation decoupled from the diatonic scale back to that same diatonic.

Even if you do stick with the other "assumptions" made here:

  - 12 equal tones per octave  
  - octave-equivalent
  - divisive rhythm

IMO you should change the note names. Numbers would be preferable to me, although maybe confusing given the use of numbers in western music analysis. Perhaps O-Z?