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The Downbeat Discovery (Part 3)

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Some instruments are especially good at showing the beat.

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Learn about the downbeat discovery (part 3): subdivide the beat into smaller values

What You'll Learn

Some instruments are especially good at showing the beat. Drums, tambourines, and claves all help us hear the beat clearly.

Subdivide the beat into smaller values

Understand tempo changes (accelerando, ritardando)

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Question 1 of 3

What is a whole note?

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