Lesson 84 of 84 · Dynamics

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Beat vs. Rhythm (Part 5)

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Body percussion means using your body to make the beat.

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Learn about beat vs. rhythm (part 5): understand the role of the conductor in keeping the beat

What You'll Learn

Body percussion means using your body to make the beat. You can clap, snap, stomp, and pat your legs. Try making a beat pattern with your body!

Understand the role of the conductor in keeping the beat

Practice with a metronome

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What is dynamics in music?

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