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Lesson 23 of 84 · Musical Form
Beats in Different Cultures
Learn about beats in different cultures: subdivide the beat into smaller values
What You'll Learn
In reggae, the beat emphasis shifts to the offbeats (beats 2 and 4), giving the music its distinctive laid-back feel.
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Subdivide the beat into smaller values
2
Understand tempo changes (accelerando, ritardando)
Check Your Understanding
Question 1 of 3
What is an upbeat?