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Lesson 63 of 84 · Music Analysis
Beats in Your Favorite Songs (Part 2)
Learn about beats in your favorite songs (part 2): subdivide the beat into smaller values
What You'll Learn
The beat organizes music in time. Without it, notes would have no structure. Think of the beat as the backbone of every piece.
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Subdivide the beat into smaller values
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Understand tempo changes (accelerando, ritardando)
Notes on the Staff
G4
C5
Check Your Understanding
Question 1 of 3
What is an upbeat?