1. March Waltz Jazz Disco These are all in SIMPLE meter Each beat splits into 2 quavers, we count: These are all in SIMPLE meter Each beat splits into 2 quavers, we count: 1 & 2 & Definition: the number of beats in a bar, it affects the feel and rhythms of the music.

2. Jig Romantic Orchestral 50s Doo Wop Definition: the number of beats in a bar, it affects the feel and rhythms of the music. These are all in COMPOUND meter Each beat splits into 3 quavers, we count: These are all in COMPOUND meter Each beat splits into 3 quavers, we count: 1 & a 2 & a

3. Listen carefully for the pulse or beat of the music. Do you hear divisions of two or three? A simple test is to try saying "apple" or "pineapple" to each beat: "Apple" has two syllables and will fit simple meters. "Pineapple" having three syllables fits compound meters.

4. This refers to the number of strong beats in a bar.