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Lesson 17 of 84 · Rhythm
Rhythmic Ostinato Patterns
Learn about rhythmic ostinato patterns: read and perform quarter-note and eighth-note rhythms
What You'll Learn
Cross-rhythm places an accent pattern against the main rhythm. In Afro-Cuban music, the clave rhythm anchors everything.
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?