Rhythm explained Daniel Laberge

Rhythm exercise 2-6

Multiple syncopations

Figures used in exercise 2-6

Multiple syncopations

It's easy to string syncopated notes together.

Multiple syncopations

However, reading these multiple syncopations can be arduous. so analyzing them first is quite beneficial.

Count how many syncopated notes are included and check if there is an ending.

Multiple syncopations

Septuple syncopation
with ending

Two syncopated noted, or more, can be joined together without interrupting the syncopation.

Syncopation containing double value

In fact, the syncopated note can be of any length.

Multiple syncopations are easy to perform if you understand them.

It is preferable to examine the written rhythm and dissect it before attempting to read it.

Syncopations containing double values

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Exercise 2-6
Tempo 70 bpm

Exercise 2-6
Tempo 100 bpm

Exercise 2-6
Tempo 130 bpm

Exercise 2-6
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Tempo 70

Tempo 100

Tempo 130

Score of rhythm exercise 2-6

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Figures used in exercise 2-6
Multiple syncopations
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