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Drumming the Beat Together (Part 4)

🎵Stage Brief #66

Let's play a clapping game.

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Learn about drumming the beat together (part 4): distinguish between strong and weak beats

What You'll Learn

Let's play a clapping game! I clap, then you clap. We take turns with the beat.

Distinguish between strong and weak beats

Maintain a steady tempo without speeding up or slowing down

Notes on the Staff

Tap a note to hear it

Check Your Understanding

Question 1 of 3

Is a whisper loud or soft?

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