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Lesson 48 of 84 ยท Listening

Finding the Downbeat (Part 2)

Learn about finding the downbeat (part 2): explore polyrhythm and layered beats

What You'll Learn

In Indian classical music, the beat cycle is called 'tala.' A common tala has 16 beats grouped into sections of 4-4-4-4.

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Explore polyrhythm and layered beats

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Compare beats across world music traditions

Check Your Understanding

Question 1 of 3

What is polyrhythm?

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