👉 In the context of music and dance, an "upbend" is a melodic or rhythmic variation in which a note is repeated multiple times in sequence. This can be used to create a sense of tension or release, often seen as a counterpoint to other notes or phrases in a song or piece. For example, in the tune "The Sound of Music," the upbend between two bars can be played with the phrase "Waltz" and the phrase "Hallel
