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A boxed fragment to be repeated freely.
Also known as: Repeat box notation, Free repetition box, Chance box notation
An aleatoric box encloses a fragment of material to be repeated freely, the player choosing the order, speed or number of repetitions within stated limits.
Encloses material the player repeats freely within stated limits.
Contexts: Music
Delegates a controlled amount of the decision to the performer, which places it between fully specified notation and free improvisation rather than at either extreme.
Contexts: Music
A rectangular box drawn around a fragment of notation, often with an instruction and a duration printed above it.
A fuller structured visual breakdown is not yet documented for this symbol.