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Define rhythmic pattern.
A series of rhythms repeated in a specific order.
What is a dotted rhythm?
A rhythm where a dot after a note increases its duration by half its original value.
Define rhythmic motif.
A short, repeating rhythmic pattern that forms the basis of a musical piece.
What is swing rhythm?
A rhythmic feel achieved by alternating long and short notes, with emphasis on the upbeats.
Define polyrhythms.
Simultaneous use of multiple rhythms, creating intricate patterns.
What does rubato mean?
Manipulation of tempo for expressive effect.
What is syncopation?
Emphasis on off-beat notes.
What is the rule for stem direction above the 3rd space?
Stems go down.
What is the rule for stem direction below the 2nd space?
Stems go up.
How are notes beamed?
Notes within one beat are beamed together.
Where is the notehead placed when the stem goes up?
To the left of the stem.
Where is the notehead placed when the stem goes down?
To the right of the stem.
How much does a dot increase a note's value?
By half its original value.
Identify if this rhythm is swung or straight.
Swung or Straight.
Identify the time signature of this rhythm.
2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 6/8, etc.
Identify this rhythmic motif.
Description of the rhythmic pattern.
Identify if this rhythm uses dotted notes.
Yes or No.
Identify if this rhythm uses syncopation.
Yes or No.
Identify if this rhythm uses triplets.
Yes or No
Is this rhythm simple or compound?
Simple or Compound.
Is this rhythm in duple, triple, or quadruple meter?
Duple, Triple, or Quadruple.
Identify the meter of this rhythm (e.g., simple duple).
Simple Duple, Compound Triple, etc.
Does this rhythm contain a hemiola?
Yes or No.