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Lesson 8 of 84 · Music Analysis
The Drumbeat Within
Learn about the drumbeat within: explore polyrhythm and layered beats
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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Explore polyrhythm and layered beats
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Compare beats across world music traditions
Check Your Understanding
Question 1 of 3
What is polyrhythm?