Polymeter

From Advancing Music Theory
This lesson is part of the Rhythm, Meter & Form category.

Objectives

  • Students will become familiar with the rhythmic characteristics of polymetricism.

Resources

Readings

Class Activities

  • Discussion and definition of polymeter and polyrhythms
  • Analysis of music which features polymeter or polyrhythms
  • Composition and improvisation in a polymetric structure

Assignments

  • Identification and analysis of polymetric and polyrhythmic techniques in written and recorded music

Notes