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Lesson 37 of 84 ยท Dynamics

Instrument Beat Keepers (Part 2)

Learn about instrument beat keepers (part 2): identify the downbeat and upbeat

What You'll Learn

Some instruments are especially good at showing the beat. Drums, tambourines, and claves all help us hear the beat clearly.

1

Identify the downbeat and upbeat

2

Feel the beat in different music styles

Notes on the Staff

C4
E4
G4
C5

Check Your Understanding

Question 1 of 3

What instrument family does a drum belong to?

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