Re: "Compound" meter

Hi Hans,

> The English usage is given at the top of this article (also elsewhere).
> https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Time_signature

Thanks for that reference.

1. For 7/8 and sim., I like “irregular”.

2. For (3+4)/8 and sim., I like “additive”.

3. For 3/8+2/4 and sim., I like “mixed”.

4. For 6/8 (3/4) and sim., I like “alternating”.

5. For 1/3 and sim, I like “non-dyadic” (and dislike “irrational”).

6. I would like to save “irrational” for 3/π and other truly irrational signatures.

7. “Compound” can be reserved for cases in which [to quote that Wikipedia page] “the note values specified by the bottom number are grouped into threes, and the upper number is a multiple of 3, such as 6, 9, or 12”, and “simple” can be reserved for the rest.

Would love to hear thoughts from others — and see Lilypond’s documentation and function names made more consistent and clear!

Best,
Kieren.
__________________________________________________

My work day may look different than your work day. Please do not feel obligated to read or respond to this email outside of your normal working hours.