Question

Select all that apply.

Syncopation _____.
-is characteristic of classical ragtime music
-is the technique of placing the accent on a normally weak beat
-is characteristic of the impressionist movement
-is characterized by a rhythmical succession of single tones producing a distinct musical phrase or idea

Answer 1

Syncopation "is the technique of placing the accent on a normally weak beat" and "is characterized by a rhythmical succession of single tones producing a distinct musical phrase or idea"

I hope this helps you

Answer 2

All I know is that syncopation is the technique of placing an accent on a normally weak beat. I have been in band for 3 years now and I am pretty sure it is the second one.