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Backfall

Definition and background:

A descending appoggiatura (17th century England) as opposed to a forefall or an ascending appoggiatura.


For more information on the music term "Backfall" check out these other resources:

Wikipedia - Glossary of Musical Terminology

Virginia Tech Multimedia Music Dictionary

ORB -- Medieval Music Glossary

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