| Rhythm exercise 1-1 |
Simple note figures and ties
| Figures used |
Name |
Symbol |
Duration |
Whole note |
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Four beats |
Dotted half note |
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Three beats |
Half note |
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Two beats |
Quarter note |
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One beat |
The dot |
A dot, placed after a note or silence, lengthens it by half its original value. Examples:  A dotted whole note lasts six beats  A dotted half note lasts three beats  A dotted quarter note lasts one beat and a half  A dotted eighth note lasts three quarters of a beat |
| A tie is represented by a curve placed between two noteheads. Their values are added.
You can tie together as many notes as you wish.
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How to perform the exercises |
There are two ways to perform the exercises: •Vocally: Using the syllable "Ta" (recommended). •Manually: Using your hand, finger, nail, a pencil or a stick. |
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| Tempo 70 bpm | Tempo 100 bpm | Tempo 130 bpm |
Count 1, 2, 3, 4, before you start |
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