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Lesson 3: Keeping Time

This chapter is useful for both musically inclined and musically challenged persons. For those who have very little or no musical experience, counting evenly must be taught. In addition to even counting is being able to divide the counts in halves, thirds, and quarters. For those who have some musical background, this lesson practices correct kartal playing with correct timing.

Say the strikes first evenly. Wherever you see the word the blank, say the word “PAUSE” to indicate that no kartal stroke will be played. This will ensure the one filling the empty spaces properly. Complete the first line and then play the kartals in the same tempo as you have said the strikes. Continually practice this lesson until one is able to keep a rhythm at the same tempo without much effort.

EXERCISE:

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UPDATED: September 12, 2017