Cryptic crossword clue
Head for rural estates, perhaps going after grass for compositions 9

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word RICERCARS

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The straight part
We know that "compositions" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case compositions = ricercars.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does RICERCARS mean?

RICERCARS noun
  1. An instrumental musical composition, fugal in style but in a more serious character and with longer notes.

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