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Horizontal space standing for elapsed time.
Also known as: Spatial notation, Time-space notation
In proportional notation the horizontal distance between events represents the time between them directly, replacing note values and bar lines with measured space.
Noteheads spaced along a horizontal line or staff at distances corresponding to their timing, often with a time ruler printed beneath.
A fuller structured visual breakdown is not yet documented for this symbol.