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Lesson 15 of 84 · Listening
The Metronome Game
Learn about the metronome game: subdivide the beat into smaller values
What You'll Learn
In jazz, the drummer plays the ride cymbal on every beat while the hi-hat snaps on beats 2 and 4, creating 'swing.'
1
Subdivide the beat into smaller values
2
Understand tempo changes (accelerando, ritardando)
Notes on the Staff
C4
D4
E4
C4
Check Your Understanding
Question 1 of 3
What is an upbeat?