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Lesson 56 of 84 · Famous Composers
The Bass Drum Pulse (Part 2)
Learn about the bass drum pulse (part 2): explore polyrhythm and layered beats
What You'll Learn
Flamenco music uses complex beat patterns called 'compás,' often in groups of 12 with accents on specific beats.
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Explore polyrhythm and layered beats
2
Compare beats across world music traditions
Notes on the Staff
D4
C4
D4
E4
Check Your Understanding
Question 1 of 3
What is polyrhythm?