Lesson 78 of 100 · High and Low

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Steady Beat Dance (Part 5)

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The beat is like a heartbeat in music.

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Learn about steady beat dance (part 5): experience syncopation and offbeat accents

What You'll Learn

The beat is like a heartbeat in music. Can you put your hand on your chest and feel your heart go thump-thump?

Experience syncopation and offbeat accents

Connect beat to dance and movement

Check Your Understanding

Question 1 of 3

Does slow music help you feel calm?

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Where you hear this in real life

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