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Lesson 73 of 84 ยท Rhythm

Reading Rhythm Notation (Part 3)

Learn about reading rhythm notation (part 3): read and perform quarter-note and eighth-note rhythms

What You'll Learn

Swing rhythm stretches the first note of each pair and shortens the second, giving jazz and blues their characteristic groove.

1

Read and perform quarter-note and eighth-note rhythms

2

Identify rhythm patterns by ear

Check Your Understanding

Question 1 of 3

Which note lasts longer: a quarter note or an eighth note?