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1. Practice drawing durational values and rests following the model

below. Make sure to draw noteheads correctly (no “stick figures”
please!).

Figure 1.10

Durations and Rests

2. For each value given, draw three lower divisions: for example,

given a whole-note, draw two half-notes, four quarter-notes,
eight eighth-notes. Use flags and beams (ligatures). Make sure to
align and space properly. See sample solution.

Chapter 1 The Elements of Rhythm: Sound, Symbol, and Time

1.1 Durational Values: Symbols Representing Time in Music

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