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Rhythmic modes in medieval music were a system of patterns of long and short durations developed by theorists from the Notre Dame School in the 13th century, marking a transition to modern mensural notation. The system comprised six modes, primarily based on classical poetic metrics, with the first three being the most commonly used in compositions. The modes allowed for flexibility in rhythm and were indicated through specific notational practices, influencing various musical forms of the period.
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