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4/4 · Beginner · Egypt / Levant

Maqsum

مقسوم

One of the most common Arabic rhythms. Foundational for belly dance, sha'abi and countless pop songs.

4/4 · 8 steps

Loop trainer

Tap play, dial in a tempo, and let it cycle until your hands know it.

1
D
T
2
·
T
3
D
·
4
T
·
Notation · 4/4
44DT𝄾sTD𝄾sT𝄾s
Tempo
90 bpm
40slow · medium · fast200
Practice aids
Loop runs until you stop it. Change any control on the fly.

Play it against a song

Try looping the rhythm alongside these classics. Match their tempo to lock the feel in.

  • Enta Omri
    Umm Kulthum · D minor
    Iconic opening — practice at 92bpm.
    92 bpm
  • Tamally Maak
    Amr Diab · A minor
    104 bpm

Often confused with