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Lesson 48 of 84 ยท Musical Form

Finding the Downbeat (Part 2)

Learn about finding the downbeat (part 2): 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

2

Compare beats across world music traditions

Check Your Understanding

Question 1 of 3

What is polyrhythm?