A triplet fits three notes into the time of two. Eighth-note triplets divide the beat into three equal parts instead of two.
The hardest part is switching between triplets and straight eighths. Say "tri-o-la" for triplets and "ti-ti" for eighths, and feel the change in speed.
| Figure | Count | Kodály syllables |
|---|---|---|
| Eighth triplet | 1-trip-let | tri-o-la |
| Quarter + eighth triplet | 1 - let | ta-la (swing) |
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