Some writers acknowledge that hearing retrograde in music is a challenge, and consider it a self-referential compositional device.

Some of the compositional devices behind these pieces are old hat to American modern dance choreographers.

Even the title "Five" suggests a hidden compositional device that is so obscure it becomes irrelevant.

Improvisation as a compositional device is one thing.

Rather than being just a formal preference, it is possible that this compositional device may involve some theological reasoning.

With this piece she began thinking of line as a compositional device to incorporate, rather than displace, nature.

"My whole career has been about counterpoint," she said, describing her favorite compositional device.

A number stand out for their emphasis on powerful compositional devices.

"I elaborate on that and use the hair as a compositional device."

The fourth was the incorporation of compositional devices linked with folk music.