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37.45Level 22 — 3+3+2 cross-accent
Over eight eighth notes:
group:
3 + 3 + 2
Accent:
1st
4th
7th eighth note.
This gives a useful syncopated layer.
Do not confuse this with claiming one canonical calypso pattern; it is a rhythmic-development exercise.