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title: 9 The Blues Shuffle Rhythm
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date: 2026-04-28T08:02:00.567Z
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## FOCUS 
- This lesson introduces the blues shuffle rhythm, explaining its musical basis and preparing students to apply it in footwork in the next class.
## TIP & TRICKS:
- Imagine each beat divided into three sections, then remove the middle to create the shuffle rhythm.
- Practice counting the rhythm as 'one, a two, a three, a four' to internalize the timing.
- Use the triplet subdivision from previous classes as a foundation for understanding the shuffle.

##REMEMBER
- The blues shuffle rhythm is a classic blues pattern derived from triplets by omitting the middle section.
- This rhythm will be integrated into footwork in upcoming lessons to enhance dancing.
- Focus on the musical structure of beats to grasp the shuffle's timing effectively.
