Rhythm Education Tool
Learn rhythm fundamentals through interactive examples. Click any example below to view its musical notation and play it back.
Time Signatures
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4/4 Time Signature
The most common time signature in music. The top number (4) tells us there are 4 beats per bar. The bottom number (4) tells us each beat is a quarter note. Count: 1-2-3-4.
Four quarter note beats per bar
Time signatures are for visual reference only. Select a Note Type or Rhythm Pattern to hear audio playback.