What is a steady beat?
A steady beat is an even pulse that keeps the same space between each tap. It is the time grid that lets musicians play together.
Set an exact pulse and test whether you can hold it with the online metronome.
Prelude · No account needed
Learn rhythm by clapping—one sound at a time.
Hear a steady pulse and clap it back. Lessons, notation, instruments and saved progress are planned stages beyond this public exercise.
Your first 10 seconds
Clap your first rhythm
Start the pulse, then tap the centre eight times at the same steady speed.
Eight taps · about 10 seconds
Sound is optional. The pulse is also shown and counted.
Explore ClefPulse
Move from rhythm and individual notes to interval reading, pulse, harmony and hands-on sound design.
How do you practise a steady beat?
Listen first, begin with your own first tap, and aim for equal gaps instead of faster movement. Short, accurate repetitions build control.
What comes after this rhythm?
The same pulse can become note values, measures, drum patterns and melodies. The planned ClefPulse path will connect those ideas; this public slice does not provide those later activities yet.
Start connecting symbols to sound with the piano keys and notes guide.
Questions about the rhythm exercise
Do I need to allow microphone access?
No. This activity measures when you press the control; it does not record or upload sound.
Can I use the exercise without sound?
Yes. Every beat has a visible state and the full result is available when audio is muted or unavailable.
Does the first tap count as late?
No. Timing begins on your first tap, so the time you take to read and prepare is never scored.