Cross-phrasing
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cross-phrasing is a noun meaning (music) Musical device with a syncopated effect, usually when groups of three quavers cut across the beat.
Meaning
(music) Musical device with a syncopated effect, usually when groups of three quavers cut across the beat.
Word Forms
- cross-phrasings
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include cross-rhythm, cross-beat, cambiata, syncopation, contrapuntism, counterphrase.
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