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Lesson 39 of 84 · Music Analysis
Marching to the Pulse (Part 2)
Learn about marching to the pulse (part 2): subdivide the beat into smaller values
What You'll Learn
In African drumming traditions, the beat is often felt rather than counted, passed through the body as movement and dance.
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Subdivide the beat into smaller values
2
Understand tempo changes (accelerando, ritardando)
Notes on the Staff
C4
E4
G4
C5
Check Your Understanding
Question 1 of 3
What is an upbeat?