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Lesson 10 of 84 ยท Rhythm

The Backbeat in Rock

Learn about the backbeat in rock: understand dotted rhythms and their values

What You'll Learn

Body percussion layers rhythm using different body parts: snap fingers, clap hands, pat thighs, stomp feetโ€”each at a different rhythm.

1

Understand dotted rhythms and their values

2

Compose a simple 4-beat rhythm pattern

Notes on the Staff

E4
D4
C4

Check Your Understanding

Question 1 of 3

Which note gets 4 beats in 4/4 time?