In jazz[edit]

The aksak rhythm 2+2+2+3
8 is prominently featured in the jazz standard "Blue Rondo à la Turk" by Dave Brubeck.[5]

In rock[edit]

The Belgian experimental rock group Aksak Maboul take their name from this rhythm.

Additive rhythm and divisive rhythm

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The Music of Dave Brubeck

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