Shall we syncopate?

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Syncopation is used in swing and jazz rhythms and gives them that distinctive off-beat feeling. This warm up will test your rhythm!

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Shall we syncopate? (Lyrics)

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Age: 9 to 11 , 11 to 13
Song type: Warm-up
Subject: Music
Scoring: Guitar chords , Piano accompaniment , Unison

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