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Lesson 24 of 84 · Music Careers
The Bass Drum Pulse
Learn about the bass drum pulse: explore polyrhythm and layered beats
What You'll Learn
In reggae, the beat emphasis shifts to the offbeats (beats 2 and 4), giving the music its distinctive laid-back feel.
1
Explore polyrhythm and layered beats
2
Compare beats across world music traditions
Notes on the Staff
C5
B4
A4
G4
Check Your Understanding
Question 1 of 3
What is polyrhythm?