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Lesson 42 of 84 ยท Famous Composers

Fast Beats and Slow Beats (Part 2)

Learn about fast beats and slow beats (part 2): distinguish between strong and weak beats

What You'll Learn

Practice subdividing the beat: if the beat is a quarter note, try clapping two even eighth notes per beat. This doubles the activity.

1

Distinguish between strong and weak beats

2

Maintain a steady tempo without speeding up or slowing down

Check Your Understanding

Question 1 of 3

What is a downbeat?