downbeat

Meanings

• noun

  The first beat or accent in a measure of musical time.

  - "The downbeat sets the rhythm for the entire piece."
  - "The conductor signals the orchestra with a downbeat before starting the performance."

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Antonyms

upbeat

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Variants

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downbeat , downbeats

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Etymology

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From the Old English 'down' meaning 'down, low' and 'beat' meaning 'a blow or stroke'. The term refers to the initial, strong beat in a musical measure.

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Trivia

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1. The downbeat is sometimes referred to as the 'one beat' or 'first beat'.

2. In some genres of music, the downbeat may not be the strongest or most accented beat, such as in syncopated rhythms.

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1. upbeat: The opposite of downbeat, referring to the second or following beat in a musical measure.

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In music, the downbeat is a crucial element of rhythm and timing. It establishes the tempo and helps synchronize the performance of different instruments and musicians.

How to Memorize "downbeat"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a conductor's baton coming down to hit the podium, indicating the downbeat.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the downbeat with the start of a musical piece or performance.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'Down Beats Us' to help memorize the term.

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