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bobthebuilder

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Define and provide examples of free rhythm.
 
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Define and give an example of metrical rhythm (meter) in music.
 
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joshraies

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Answer to Question 1


  • Free rhythm is musical rhythm without meter.

  • Gregorian Chant, iambic pentameter in Shakespeare's plays or Sister, Hold Your Chastity. (Chapter 5).



Answer to Question 2

 Metrical rhythm (meter) is a pattern of regular recurrencefor example, the recurring accents in soldiers' marching rhythm (HUP-two-three-four, HUP-two-three-four, HUP-two-three-four).



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