Additional Exercises Using Whole, 1/2, 1/4 Notes and Rests, Ties, and Dotted Notes and Rests

Let’s review what we've discussed so far:

• Whole notes.
• 1/2 notes.
• 1/4 notes.
• Rests.
• Ties.
• Dotted 1/2 notes.

Below is a template you can use for writing out rhythms.

Dictation is not about perfect penmanship but about hearing. Hearing all the rhythms being played and documenting the performance. This practice will perfect our hearing and understanding of the multiple styles of music presented to us.

Here are some additional exercises to listen to, count to, write out, play on your instrument, and clap to. The answers are under each, but don't cheat. Listen and write out the rhythms, then check your work.

Exercise 1

Exercise 2

Exercise 3

Exercise 4

🏗️ Rhythm / Dictation Exercises 2 - in process

🏗️ Dotted Half Notes and Ties - in process

🏗️ Rhythm / Dictation with melody

🏗️ The Breakdown Introduction

🏗️ Breakdown 1

🏗️ Breakdown 2a

🏗️ Breakdown 2b