Improvising creative rhythms
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- In this lesson, we will break down how to approach rhythmic improvisation. We will then use these techniques to improvise creative rhythms using body percussion sounds.
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5 Questions
Q1.
An ostinato is
A fast drum pattern
An improvised phrase that repeats
Q2.
The main functions of the start signal are
To make sure the audience knows who the master drummer is and to make sure everyone starts at the same time
To show the audience who the master drummer is
Q3.
When you hear the stop signal
You should prepare to play the 'unison response'
You should stop and wait to play the 'unison response'
Q4.
When composing a call and response section
The response should be complicated
The response should be the same as the call
Q5.
When composing a star and stop signal
They should be improvised and should change each time
They should be the same rhythm
5 Questions
Q1.
What is syncopation?
Syncopation is a traditional West African percussion instrument
Syncopation is where you play on the down (strong, on) beats only
Q2.
What is improvisation?
Is where you can use other musicians' improvisations as your own
It is a strict musical technique with rules that must be followed
Q3.
Which of the following is NOT an improvisation technique covered in the lesson?
Accenting different beats
Adding or removing a beat
Call and response with family and friends
Q4.
Where else might you hear a stop signal?
At the start of the improvisation section
Half way through the call and response section
Q5.
What is an accent?
A note played quieter than other notes in the bar
A really short note