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Lesson 10 of 100 · Simple Rhythms
The Backbeat in Rock
Learn about the backbeat in rock: understand dotted rhythms and their values
What You'll Learn
Cut time (2/2) makes the half note feel like the beat, so music moves twice as fast through the notation.
1
Understand dotted rhythms and their values
2
Compose a simple 4-beat rhythm pattern
Notes on the Staff
F4
E4
D4
Check Your Understanding
Question 1 of 3
Can you dance to music?