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Lesson 42 of 84 · Famous Composers
Fast Beats and Slow Beats (Part 2)
Learn about fast beats and slow beats (part 2): distinguish between strong and weak 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.
1
Distinguish between strong and weak beats
2
Maintain a steady tempo without speeding up or slowing down
Notes on the Staff
D4
C4
D4
E4
Check Your Understanding
Question 1 of 3
What is a downbeat?