Cryptic crossword clue
Tunes represented in a scroll 9

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

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More clues leading to the result CARILLONS

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The straight part
We know that "Tunes" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case tunes = carillons.
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.
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What does CARILLONS mean?

CARILLONS noun
  1. A set of bells, often in a bell tower, sometimes operated by means of a keyboard (manual or pedal), originating from the Low Countries.
  2. A tune adapted to be played by musical bells.

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