Episode 1

Rhythm

Overview

This episode covers whole, half, and quarter note values, and explains what a dot does to a note’s value. You will practice clapping whole, half, quarter and other beats.

Please watch the video tutorial. Then check your understanding with the quiz! If you answer all the questions correctly, you are ready to move on to Episode 2. If you do not understand all the questions and answers, you should re-watch Episode 1 (click on it again in the left side menu) before moving on.

The physics definition of music is “sound in time”.
What activities are good for building a sense of pulse, which we in Western culture do not do that much?
What is the note with no stem on it called?
How many quarters are there in a whole note?
How many eighths are there in a half note?
What does a dot do to a note?
How many eighth notes are in a dotted quarter?
Subdivision is basically putting something inside of a pulse to give you more information.
Why would you subdivide a pulse?
To develop a good sense of pulse, we have to resist the natural instinct to rush.