Rhythmic Studies

IMMANUEL SCHOOL OF MUSIC Programs

Rhythmic Studies

Take your musical skills to the next level. No previous experience required.


Offered as Private Lessons and "Pop-Up" Events.

Location: Central Campus


All ages - instrumentalists, vocalist, and musical levels welcomed.


About Rhythmic Studies:  Rhythm is universally used in every form of music both instrumentally and vocally. Get ready to count, tap out rhythms, move, and feel the beat.


*Contact the ISM Office to inquire or request a Rhythmic Studies "Pop-Up" Event: ismoffice@immanuel-nky.org

Note: "Pop-Up" Event Topics are subject to change. Additional topics may be added upon request.  A minimum number of students is required per "Pop-Up" Event.  

  

Ready to start your journey of becoming a Rhythmic Guru? Rhythm is used in every form of music (instrumentally & vocally). Gain a deeper understanding of rhythm. Increase confidence playing your music. Rhythmic Studies meets your needs at your current musical level. 

  • "Pop Ups" Events 

    Sample List:

    • Group Lessons
    • Percussion Demonstrations  
    • Small and Large Group Workshops  
    • Small Ensemble Rehearsals  
    • Rhythmic Prep for Auditions  
    • Cross-Generational Jam   
    • Cross-Generational Events  
    • Rhythmic Dictation  
    • Sight-Reading Rhythms  
    • Practice Techniques  
    • Rhythmic Analysis  
    • Hacky-Sac Rhythmic Fun & Games  
    • Rhythm & Movement  
    • Rhythm Drills & Metronome Usage  
    • Developing Rhythmic Hand Independence  
    • Percussion Techniques & Methods  
    • Percussive Exploration  
    • Basic Percussion Composition  
    • Music in a Flash (Rhythm Flash Card Games)  
    • Music Math & Rhythm  
    • Mindful Drumming  
    • Percussion Ensemble  
    • Small Ensemble  
    • Drumline 101  
    • Unplugged Christian Rock Jam  
    • Unplugged Jam  

  • We explore and focus on: 

    • Rhythmic Reading of Notes (values, duration, rests, divisions, and subdivision)  

    • Reading and Understanding Simple meters, Compound meters, and Syncopation  

    • Bringing Rhythm to life with motion  

    • Music Math (dissect music mathematically)  

    • Rhythmic Sight-Reading Skills looking at music linearly  

    • Multiple ways to practice, play & rewrite rhythmic phrases  

    • Metronome usage  

    • Rhythmic Analysis (we use your current audition excerpts, private lesson, or groups music)  

    • Benefits of Rhythmic Studies  

  • Benefits of Rhythmic Studies. 

    Will taking Rhythmic Studies benefit my private lessons and ensemble experience?  


    Absolutely!   


    Enhance your musical skills and gain a deeper understanding of rhythm. Rhythmic Studies uses a variety of techniques to help students excel in their current music lessons, as a soloist and an ensemble player.   

  • Who should take Rhythmic Studies? 

    All ages and abilities can benefit musically.  Ask yourself:  


    • Have I ever been confused about reading music or wished I had a music tutor?  

    • Am I unsure how to count specific rhythmic phrases or understand a time signature?  

    • Do I want to understand the math involved behind the rhythms in music?  

    • Do I want to sharpen my Rhythmic Sight-Reading Skills?  

    • Do I want to explore and learn how to rewrite rhythms in multiple ways?  

    • Do I have difficulty staying on the beat or the off-beat with a metronome?  

    • Do I need help rhythmically with audition excerpts or a piece of music I am currently rehearsing?  

    • Am I ready to take my music abilities to the next level?  

    If you answered YES to any of those questions, then Rhythmic Studies is for you!  


  • Concepts Covered by Level 

    Beginner - (Adagio pace)- focus on building a basic strong rhythmic foundation  


    • Simple Meter 2/4, 4/4  
    • Whole, Half, Quarter & Eighth notes  
    • Rests  
    • Basic Syncopation (off beats)  
    • Feel the Rhythm with Movement  
    • Basic Rhythmic Reading/Playing & challenges  
    • Basic Tempo Markings / Metronome Use  
    • Simple Rhythmic Analysis  

    Standard - (Andante pace)- basic building rhythmic foundation already in place  


    • Simple Meter 2/4, ¾, 4/4  
    • Compound Meter: 6/8  
    • Whole, Half, Quarter, Eighth, sixteenth, triplet notes & rests  
    • Dots, Ties   
    • Basic Syncopation (off beats)  
    • Feel the Rhythm with Movement  
    • Basic Rhythmic Reading/Playing & challenges  
    • Basic Tempo Markings / Metronome Use & bps  
    • Rhythmic Analysis  
    • Intermediate-Advanced -  (Moderato pace)- strong rhythmic foundation already in place  
    • Simple Meter (Simple Duple 2/8, 2/4, 2/2, Simple Triple ⅜, ¾, 3/2, Simple Quadruple 4/8, 4/4, 4/2)  
    • Compound Meter 6/8, 9/8, 12/8 and Complex Meter 5/4  
    • Whole, Half, Quarter, Eighth, sixteenth, triplet, notes & rests & beyond  
    • Syncopation, Basic Polyrhythms, Triplet and Duplet  
    • Feel the Rhythm with Movement  
    • Rhythmic Reading/Playing & challenges  
    • Tempo Markings / Metronome Use & bps  
    • Rhythmic Analysis  

    Advanced+ - (Allegro pace) - solid rhythmic foundation already in place  


    • Simple Meter (Simple Duple 2/8, 2/4, 2/2, Simple Triple ⅜, ¾, 3/2, Simple Quadruple 4/8, 4/4, 4/2)  
    • Compound Meter (Compound Duple 6/8, 6/4, Compound Triple 9/16, 9/8, 9/4, Compound Quadruple 12/16, 12/8, 12/4)  
    • Complex Meter 5/4, 7/4  
    • Whole, Half, Quarter, Eighth, sixteenth, triplet, notes & rests & beyond  
    • Syncopation  
    • Triplet, Duplet, Polyrhythms  
    • Feel the Rhythm with Movement  
    • Rhythmic Reading/Playing & challenges  
    • Tempo Markings / Metronome Use & bps  
    • Terms for Change in Tempo  
    • Rhythmic Analysis