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Lesson 17 of 84 · Rhythm
Rhythmic Ostinato Patterns
Learn about rhythmic ostinato patterns: read and perform quarter-note and eighth-note rhythms
What You'll Learn
Try composing a 4-measure rhythm using only quarter notes and eighth notes. Perform it for a partner, then swap.
1
Read and perform quarter-note and eighth-note rhythms
2
Identify rhythm patterns by ear
Notes on the Staff
A4
B4
C5
A4
Check Your Understanding
Question 1 of 3
Which note lasts longer: a quarter note or an eighth note?