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A dot that follows a note adds 1/2 of the value of that note. Where a quarter note would be worth 1 beat in 4/4 time, a dotted quarter note would be worth 1 1/2 beets. A dotted half note in the same time signature would go from 2 beets, to 3. (adding 1/2 of the value of a half note) A dotted eighth note would be 1/8 plus 1/16 added to it and gives the rhythm a swing feel.

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A dotted quarter note lasts for 1 1/2 beats, assuming that the quarter note itself lasts for 1 beat.

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