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87.14Harmonic rhythm has layers

Distinguish:

Root rhythm

when bass/root changes.

Functional rhythm

when harmony changes role.

Color rhythm

when extensions or altered tensions change.

Attack rhythm

when voicing is struck.

These are not identical.