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Lesson 33 of 84 ยท Music Analysis

Keeping the Beat: Clap Along (Part 2)

Learn about keeping the beat: clap along (part 2): identify the steady pulse in a piece of music

What You'll Learn

In a band or orchestra, the conductor keeps the beat so all musicians play together. Watch a conductor and notice their arm motions.

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Identify the steady pulse in a piece of music

2

Clap or tap along with the beat accurately

Check Your Understanding

Question 1 of 3

What is the steady pulse in music called?