The <beat-repeat> element
Parent element: <measure-style>
The beat-repeat type is used to indicate that a single beat (but possibly many notes) is repeated. The slashes attribute specifies the number of slashes to use in the symbol. The use-dots attribute indicates whether or not to use dots as well (for instance, with mixed rhythm patterns). The value for slashes is 1 and the value for use-dots is no if not specified.
The stop type indicates the first beat where the repeats are no longer displayed. Both the start and stop of the beat being repeated should be specified unless the repeats are displayed through the end of the part.
The beat-repeat element specifies a notation style for repetitions. The actual music being repeated needs to be repeated within the MusicXML file. This element specifies the notation that indicates the repeat.
Content
In this order- In this order (Optional)
- <slash-type> (Required)
- <slash-dot> (Zero or more times)
- <except-voice> (Zero or more times)
Attributes
| Name | Type | Required? | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| slashes | xs:positiveInteger | No | |
| type | start-stop | Yes | |
| use-dots | yes-no | No |
Examples
This element is used in the following example: