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Lesson 74 of 84 ยท Music Analysis

Fast Beats and Slow Beats (Part 3)

Learn about fast beats and slow beats (part 3): distinguish between strong and weak beats

What You'll Learn

A rest is a silent beat. Even though you don't play, you still feel the beat internally. Rests give music breathing room.

1

Distinguish between strong and weak beats

2

Maintain a steady tempo without speeding up or slowing down

Check Your Understanding

Question 1 of 3

What is a downbeat?