Strong Beats
Definition
Strong beats are the emphasized beats in a musical measure. They provide a sense of stability and often occur on the first beat of each measure.
Analogy
Think of strong beats as the main characters in a story. They stand out and drive the plot forward, just like strong beats give structure and direction to a musical piece.
Related terms
Weak Beats: These are the less emphasized beats in a musical measure, often occurring after strong beats.
Downbeat: The downbeat is the first beat of a measure, which is typically stronger than other beats and provides a sense of grounding.
Meter: Meter refers to the organization of strong and weak beats into regular patterns within music.
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