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Lesson 42 of 100 · Rhythm
The Backbeat in Rock (Part 2)
Learn about the backbeat in rock (part 2): understand dotted rhythms and their values
What You'll Learn
In Brazilian samba, the surdo drum plays a deep two-beat pattern while smaller drums add fast sixteenth-note rhythms on top.
1
Understand dotted rhythms and their values
2
Compose a simple 4-beat rhythm pattern
Notes on the Staff
C4
Check Your Understanding
Question 1 of 3
Does fast music make you want to run or sleep?