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Lesson 68 of 84 · Famous Composers
Heartbeat of Music (Part 3)
Learn about heartbeat of music (part 3): understand the role of the conductor in keeping the beat
What You'll Learn
When musicians say 'downbeat,' they mean beat 1—the strongest beat in the measure. The upbeat comes right before the downbeat.
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Understand the role of the conductor in keeping the beat
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Practice with a metronome
Notes on the Staff
G4
C5
Check Your Understanding
Question 1 of 3
What does a conductor's baton help with?