Rhythms

Beats are very important to learn in order to be able to play. These are the 5 basic types of notes or rests that are used in music theory:



- Whole note or rest=4 beats
- Half-note or half rest =2 beats
- Quarter note or quarter rest =1 beat
- Eighth note or eighth rest=1/2 beat
- Sixteenth note or sixteenth rest=1/4beat






When you see a note, you play it and hear it. When you see a rest, this is equivalent of a silent note in other words you’re not supposed to be playing. The following video gives an idea about the counting principle when playing. It is for an advanced level; however it might be interesting for those who are familiar with music and rhythm.



References for image and video

http://faculty.mcneese.edu/bproksch/theory/rhymet_files/image001.gif
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NL7iJirnD1o