Lesson 69 of 84 · Dynamics

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Beat Patterns in Songs (Part 4)

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In a band, the drummer keeps the beat so everyone plays together.

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Learn about beat patterns in songs (part 4): identify the downbeat and upbeat

What You'll Learn

In a band, the drummer keeps the beat so everyone plays together. Without a steady beat, the music would sound messy!

Identify the downbeat and upbeat

Feel the beat in different music styles

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What instrument has strings and is played with a bow?

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