Chapter 2: Rhythm Basics

NAME:
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SCORE:
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TIME: 2 MINUTES

1a: Counting Rhythms in 4/4 Time

Written: 1. Write in the counting.
2. When you are done, tap and count out the rhythms out loud with a metronome.

Computer: Download Sibelius or Finale files to use with computer.

Note Counts: 1 2 3 4 &

Example

4
4         
1 2 & 3..........4..............1 2 3 & 4
(optional lines for notes sustained 2 beats or longer))

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1. 4
4
         
1 2 & 3 4 1 & 2 & 3…..4

2. 4
4          
1……2 3 & 4 1 2 & 3 4 &

3.
4
4            

4. 4
4      

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