Describe syncopation and name two songs that include it

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Syncopation is a rhythmic element in which the melodic line is played against, not with, the accented beats of the rhythmic accompaniment. Examples include Gershwin's "Fascinatin' Rhythm" and the Beatles' "Eleanor Rigby."

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a. Sam Jones b. Paul Chambers c. Doug Watkins d. Wilbur Ware

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Tempos used by bebop players

a. honored those originally established by the composer b. fluctuated considerably to accommodate improvisation demands c. were extremely fast d. were both extremely slow and extremely fast

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