This is a piece filled with wicked little rhythmic figures, and again there was seldom space to make them clear.

The first movement begins in 6/8 time with a rhythmic figure.

Tresillo is a more basic form of the rhythmic figure known as the habanera.

The Rondo is propelled by an especially intriguing rhythmic figure.

Occurring in a rhythmic figure they are purposely deemphasized, often to the point of near silence.

Soon, though, quiet internal riffs and rhythmic figures break out.

Some sources explain riff as an abbreviation for rhythmic figure or refrain.

The Latin influence takes the form of rhythmic figures and biting trumpet lines.

The primary rhythmic figure in the piano accompaniment suggests the movement of the fish in the water.

Blues scales give these rhythmic figures their own distinct quality.