Can I set up separate cloud accounts with one apple id?

we have several devices (6) but don't want to have to re-purchase all of the music and apps

You will need to use separate IDs to set up separate iCloud accounts.  However, you can continue to share the same ID for purchasing but use different IDs for iCloud.  (The ID you use for purchasing does not need to be the same as the ID you use for other services.)  You will also want to use separate IDs for iMessage and FaceTime to avoid getting each other's text messages and FaceTime calls.

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