Q: the victor is the participant who earns the most points, as awarded by a panel of judges, for leaps, balances, pivots, flexibility, apparatus handling, and artistic effect.

A: The victor is the participant who earns the most points, as awarded by a panel of judges, for leaps, balances, pivots, flexibility, apparatus handling, and artistic effect.
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Q: via midi, extensive control is possible from a midi foot controller or keyboard.

A: Via MIDI, extensive control is possible from a MIDI foot controller or keyboard.
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Q: you may need to defend...

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You may need to defend...
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