LEVEL 03
Rhythm & Timing
Start Reading Rhythm
Read and play simple rhythms while continuing to use the familiar C–G notes.
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8 Lessons
Step-by-step
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Practice
Practice & reinforce
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3 Pieces
Play real music
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1 Checkpoint
Level 03 review
You’ll learn
- How to feel and follow a steady beat
- Quarter, half, and whole notes
- How rests create silence in music
- How to understand and count 4/4 time
- How to read and play simple rhythms
Your Learning Path
Follow the lessons, practise with interactive exercises, play simple pieces, and check your progress.
03.1 Meet the Beat
Learn what a steady beat is and how to feel it.
03.2 Quarter Notes
Discover the most common note value and how many beats it gets.
03.3 Half Notes
Learn how to read and play half notes.
03.4 Whole Notes
Learn how to read and play whole notes.
Interactive games to practise note values and counting.
03.5 Quarter Rests
Discover how rests create silence in music.
Learn what 4/4 means and how to count in time.
03.7 Read a Simple Rhythm
Put your rhythm skills together and read short examples.
Read and play your first complete piece using simple rhythms.
Build confidence with another piece in 4/4 time.
03.8 Checkpoint
Test what you’ve learned with a variety of rhythm challenges.
Your Progress
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Take it step by step
There’s no rush. Focus on keeping a steady beat and counting carefully as you practise.
Tools You’ll Use
Beat Trainer
Practise following and keeping a steady beat.
Note Value Trainer
Practise quarter, half, and whole notes.
Rhythm Trainer
Read and practise simple rhythm patterns.
MIDI Rhythm Practice
Play rhythms on your keyboard and get instant feedback.
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Ready to begin?
Start with 03.1 Meet the Beat and take your first step.