Music A-Level

Cross-rhythm

What Cross-rhythm means in Music A-Level, as defined for AQA.

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Occurs when conflicting patterns, such as triplets against duplets, are played simultaneously, creating complex textures typical of Romantic piano works.

AQA · Area of study 1: Western classical tradition 1650–1910 (compulsory) - Musical elements

Occurs when two or more conflicting rhythms are played simultaneously, creating a complex, interlocking texture.

AQA · Area of study 3: Music for media - Musical elements

Conflicting groupings such as three evenly spaced notes played against two, a 3:2 pattern.

AQA · Area of study 6: Contemporary traditional music - Musical elements

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Area of study 1: Western classical tradition 1650–1910 (compulsory) - Musical elements (AQA A-Level)
Area of study 3: Music for media - Musical elements (AQA A-Level)
Area of study 6: Contemporary traditional music - Musical elements (AQA A-Level)

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