downbeat (Meaning)

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downbeat (n)

the first beat of a musical measure (as the conductor's arm moves downward)

The conductor set a brisk downbeat, instructing the orchestra to begin the symphony.
In jazz music, the downbeat is the first note of each measure, usually accented for emphasis.
The DJ felt the beat and marked the downbeat with a hat wobble, signaling the dancers to move.
The march began with a booming downbeat from the snare drum, followed by a rhythmic pattern from the bass drum.
The downbeat of each step resonated on the hardwood floor, creating a steady rhythm as the dancer glided across the stage.
The composer carefully chose the downbeat of the melody to create a sense of anticipation and momentum.
The guitarist strummed the opening chords, hitting the perfect downbeat to start the song.
The downbeat, signified by a nod from the bandleader, cued the musicians to simultaneously start playing.
The drummer counted off the tempo, "One, two, three, four," marking the downbeat before launching into a drum solo.
The downbeat of the clock resonated in the room, signaling the start of the final minute of the basketball game.

the first beat of a musical measure (as the conductor's arm moves downward)

hopeless, cynical, pessimistic, despairing, negative, bleak, depressing,desperate, grim, somber

hopeful, fair, bright, positive, encouraging, promising, fair, positive, likely, golden

The conductor set a brisk downbeat, instructing the orchestra to begin the symphony.

In jazz music, the downbeat is the first note of each measure, usually accented for emphasis.

The DJ felt the beat and marked the downbeat with a hat wobble, signaling the dancers to move.

The march began with a booming downbeat from the snare drum, followed by a rhythmic pattern from the bass drum.