Heather Mac Donald

Western classical music had long known syncopation. But no one had felt compelled to snap his fingers to music before American jazz and musical theater, which sent a previously undiscovered current coursing through the body, demanding outlet.

American Editor

John Otto

I'd take the syncopation and play swing, and then read the syncopation lines with my left hand.

American Musician

Dimebag Darrell

All syncopation means is accenting beats that you don't normally accent.

Syncopation is common in jazz, reggae, and hip-hop, where it creates a lively, off-beat rhythm.

Music Genre

Syncopation can make music sound exciting by surprising the listener with unexpected beats.

Unpredictable Beats

In dancing, syncopation adds complexity and allows for more expressive movement.

Dance Rhythms

 referring to citizens of higher social standing. Through a process known as syncopation, both words lost their internal sounds to become lord and lady, respectively. Though still an expression of courtesy, lady has since moved

Mysteries of vernacular:...

 spa team under the syncopation tin-headed calibration procedure should also do comedy party