Topmusicanswers
- Which instrument on the drum set usually keeps the steady beat?
- What helps a musician keep a steady beat?
- Why is it important to keep a steady beat when performing?
Which instrument on the drum set usually keeps the steady beat?
The ride cymbal is a standard cymbal in most drum kits. It maintains a steady rhythmic pattern, sometimes called a ride pattern, rather than the accent of a crash.
What helps a musician keep a steady beat?
Learning to Keep a Steady Beat
As a responsible member of the rhythm section, you need to really fine-tune and develop your sense of time. You should never rely on another musician like the drummer to help you feel where the beat is. Your internal clock needs to be independent of everyone else's.
Why is it important to keep a steady beat when performing?
The ability to keep a steady beat helps in walking with a smooth gait, leading to running and jumping with confidence. It is at this age that feeling and moving to a steady beat develops the ability to organize and coordinate movements with proper timing – like bouncing a ball and catching it.
