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Lesson 16 of 84 · Musical Form
Finding the Downbeat
Learn about finding the downbeat: explore polyrhythm and layered beats
What You'll Learn
Beat games: one person claps a steady beat while another echoes short rhythm patterns on top. Switch roles after 8 beats.
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Explore polyrhythm and layered beats
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Compare beats across world music traditions
Notes on the Staff
F4
A4
C5
Check Your Understanding
Question 1 of 3
What is polyrhythm?