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The Goal: Playing a typical montuno rhythm on the piano
The following 2-bar pattern is the most typical montuno rhythm, consisting of a phrase with two strong beats and seven up-beats. This rhythm is directly derived from a typical tres pattern.
The C Chord is formed from three of the keys in the C 5-Finger Position: C E G
When we play all three notes at the same time, it is called a Block Chord. If we play the three notes one at a time, then it is called a Broken Chord.
Dotted Half Notes last for three(3) beats.
[tab:Sheet Music]
Play the following C Chords. Be sure to hold the chord down for the length of each note.
[tab:Worksheet]
Print out worksheet for Day 3
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Rhythmic Values
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