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Lesson 13 of 84 · Rhythm
Swing vs. Straight Rhythm
Learn about swing vs. straight rhythm: identify time signatures and their beat groupings
What You'll Learn
Additive rhythms combine unequal groups, like 2+3+2 in a 7/8 time signature, common in Balkan folk music.
1
Identify time signatures and their beat groupings
2
Layer multiple rhythm patterns as ostinato
Notes on the Staff
C4
D4
E4
C4
Check Your Understanding
Question 1 of 3
What is a dotted note?