Graphic representation
This figure compared to the master figure
Mental description
The first three
Usage of this figure
You don't see this figure often in classical music.
It has only appeared, in popular culture, in the twentieth century.
This figure corresponds fully to the definition of a musical anapaest; two short, one long.
This figure was considered as a "backwards" rhythm.
How to perform
this figure
A: Start by doing this rhythm, using the syllable "Ta".
B: Transform the fourth "Ta" into a "Tu".
C: Eliminate the "Tu".
Audio renditions
BELOW
STEREO FIELD
Beat your
foot!
RECOMMENDED
Exercise 4-3
Tempo 70 bpm
Exercise 4-3
Tempo 90 bpm
Exercise 4-3
Tempo 110 bpm
Exercise 4-3
Complete score
Tempo 70
Tempo 90
Tempo 110