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In 9/8 time, there are 3 beats per measure and the dotted quarter note (which = 3 eighth notes) has one beat. In 12/8 time, there are 4 beats per measure and the dotted quarter note (which = 3 eighth notes) has one beat.
- What note gets the count in this time signature 9 8?
- How many eighth notes are there in a measure of 9 8 time?
- How many beats are in a measure of 9 8 time?
What note gets the count in this time signature 9 8?
For example, in nine eight time the number of beats per measure (beat unit) is three (9 รท 3 = 3). The beat unit is equal to the duration of three eighth notes. Stated another way; in nine eight time there are three beats per measure and a dotted quarter note gets one beat.
How many eighth notes are there in a measure of 9 8 time?
In 6/8, you have two groups of three eighth-notes, in 9/8 you have three groups of three eighth notes, and 12/8 has four groups of three eighth notes.
How many beats are in a measure of 9 8 time?
9/8 time is classified as compound triple. There are three beats (three dotted quarter notes), thus making the meter triple.
