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Lesson 25 of 84 ยท Rhythm

Odd Meter Exploration

Learn about odd meter exploration: read and perform quarter-note and eighth-note rhythms

What You'll Learn

Odd meters like 5/4 and 7/8 appear in progressive rock and film scores. Dave Brubeck's 'Take Five' is in 5/4 time.

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?