Lesson 72 of 84 · Music Analysis
⭐ 30 XPThe Drumbeat Within (Part 3)
Practice subdividing the beat: if the beat is a quarter note, try clapping two even eighth notes per beat.
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Learn about the drumbeat within (part 3): explore polyrhythm and layered beats
What You'll Learn
Practice subdividing the beat: if the beat is a quarter note, try clapping two even eighth notes per beat. This doubles the activity.
Explore polyrhythm and layered beats
Compare beats across world music traditions
Notes on the Staff
Tap a note to hear it
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What is polyrhythm?
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The Drumbeat Within (Part 3)
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