"walking bass" meaning in English

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Noun

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  1. (music) A style of bass accompaniment or line, common in baroque music and jazz, which creates a feeling of regular quarter note movement, akin to the regular alternation of feet while walking. Categories (topical): Music
    Sense id: en-walking_bass-en-noun-P9lszX6M Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: entertainment, lifestyle, music

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