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Difference Between Simple Binary and AB Binary Forms

RCM syllabus seems to indicate a difference between Simple Binary and AB Binary forms. We got the Rounded Binary and Balanced Binary down... now what is the difference between Simple Binary and AB Binary?

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RCM Staff

Monday, June 15, 2020

at 4:17 PM

Our Junior Harmony Discipline Specialist has confirmed that "Simple Binary" and "AB Binary" are the same thing.

Simple Binary is the preferred terminology, as per the Theory Syllabus, 2016 Edition. Please see examples of Binary forms on page 66 of the syllabus.

https://www.rcmusic.com/sites/default/files/files/S44_TheorySyl_2016_ONLINE_RCM_V2_F.PDF

Monday, June 15, 2020

at 4:17 PM