Marching to the Pulse (Part 3)

Learn about marching to the pulse (part 3): subdivide the beat into smaller values

🎵 Stage Brief #71

In African drumming traditions, the beat is often felt rather than counted, passed through the body as movement and dance.

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What you'll learn

In African drumming traditions, the beat is often felt rather than counted, passed through the body as movement and dance.

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What is an upbeat?

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What is a downbeat?

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