Rhythm has two meanings in music: one general, the other specific. The general meaning refers to the organization of
time in music. Identify the more specific definition.
a. an emphasis or stress placed on a musical tone or chord
b. the division of music into compelling patterns of long and short sounds
c. the character or color of sound as determined by its harmonics and its attack and decay
d. sounds that provide the support and enrichment for a melody
e. an articulation mark indicating that notes are to be smoothly connected
ANSWER: b
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