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Lesson 72 of 84 · Musical Form
The Drumbeat Within (Part 3)
Learn about the drumbeat within (part 3): explore polyrhythm and layered beats
What You'll Learn
Practice subdividing the beat: if the beat is a quarter note, try clapping two even eighth notes per beat. This doubles the activity.
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Explore polyrhythm and layered beats
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Compare beats across world music traditions
Check Your Understanding
Question 1 of 3
What is polyrhythm?