Consider the case of 6 equal notes in a measure; how should one stress them?

12-34-56 is one way, 123-456 another.  Which is correct depends on
context, perhaps the tex underlay will be a clue, perhaps the dance steps
involved (if any).  Tourdions, galliards and other tripla dances are often
left ambiguous in this matter so the dancers can be flexible in their own
improvisations.  Vocal works are often given short passages that contrast
four-square rythms with triplas to bring out some text or otherwaise break
monotony.
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Dana Emery



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