Cross-beat
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cross-beat is a noun meaning (music) The use of the rhythmic conflict found in polyrhythms as the basis of an entire musical work.
Meaning
(music) The use of the rhythmic conflict found in polyrhythms as the basis of an entire musical work.
Word Forms
- cross-beats
Synonyms for cross-beat
Depending on context, synonyms include cross-rhythm.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include cross-rhythm, polyrhythm, cross-phrasing, breakbeat, beat, poly-rhythm.
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