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I changed this one thing about teaching rhythm and the kids FINALLY understand

May 05, 2026 • Becca Davis • Season 4 • Episode 8

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How I teach rhythm video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X2eUtjV7Zu4&t=763s
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0:00 Timestamps
1:20 what I used to do
2:20 the problem
4:15 this has helped
4:48 how I teach rhythm
5:00 prepping rhythm
10:35 introducing rhythm
13:00 beaming together

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