"BACH motif" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: BACH motifs [plural]
Etymology: These four notes spell Bach's name; in German musical nomenclature “B” stands for B flat, whereas “H” means B natural. Head templates: {{en-noun|head=BACH motif}} BACH motif (plural BACH motifs)
  1. (music) A sequence of four notes (B flat, A, C, B natural), included in a piece of music as a homage to Johann Sebastian Bach. Wikipedia link: BACH motif Categories (topical): Music

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