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Lesson 42 of 100 · Simple Rhythms
The Backbeat in Rock (Part 2)
Learn about the backbeat in rock (part 2): understand dotted rhythms and their values
What You'll Learn
Cut time (2/2) makes the half note feel like the beat, so music moves twice as fast through the notation.
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Understand dotted rhythms and their values
2
Compose a simple 4-beat rhythm pattern
Check Your Understanding
Question 1 of 3
Does fast music make you want to run or sleep?