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The Musicarta Beat and Rhythm Workbook
A progressive workbook for keyboard rhythm and syncoaption skills.
Created byMister Musicarta
Last updated 11/2020
English
What you'll learn
- Start mastering complex, syncopated rhythms at the piano
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Course content
5 sections • 42 lectures • 4h 23m total length
- The Musicarta Beat and Rhythm Workbook4:38
If you haven't already done so, watch the Workbook introductory video, then go straight into the Snake Dance build-up videos.
- Snake Dance Build-up: Module One11:56
Learn the Snake Dance melody in the right hand, accompanied with plain fifths in the left hand.
Download the Snake Dance Workbook MS only pdf file. Note that this is only for use with the video tuition - unless you are an accomplished reader.
- Snake Dance Build-up, Module Two10:49
We develop our basic Snake Dance performance by breaking up the left hand fifth and rocking it bottom-top-bottom-top.
- Snake Dance Build-up, Module Three5:00
We add some harmonic variation with a B flat in the left hand.
- Snake Dance Build-up, Module Four6:21
- Snake Dance Variations: Crossed Hands7:06
- SnaDa Vars: More Left Hand Rhythms9:29
- SnaDa Vars: Longer Rhythmic Patterns5:09
Explore longer left-hand rhythmic patterns across multiple bars, practice left-right coordination, and study cross-staff harmony and crotchet patterns in a medley.
- SnaDa Vars: Flapping Fifths 14:51
Another way to create rhythm in the Snake Dance accompaniment is to hold the little finger down and 'flap' the thumb independently. The first of a three-lesson mini-series.
- SnaDa Vars: Flapping Fifths 27:00
Another way to create rhythm in the Snake Dance accompaniment is to hold the little finger down and 'flap' the thumb independently. The second of a three-lesson mini-series.
- SnaDa Vars: Flapping Fifths 38:39
explore left-hand rhythm mastery with flapping fifths, crotchets and quavers, and latin-inspired patterns, using slo-mo demos, tapping videos, and optional version three variations to harmonize and reach fast tempos.
- SnaDa Vars: Harmonisation6:25
Learn to harmonize the snake dance melody using thirds, with left hand accompaniment and practical fingering options. Practice drills for thirds and sixes, then apply variations to snake dance arrangements.
- SnaDa Vars: Advanced Arrangements3:29
We start combining the techniques we've explored over the last four lessons into some sophisticated Snake Dance arrangements.
- SnaDa Vars: Variations: Ornaments5:22
Every popular-styles keyboard player has a selection of favourite 'ornaments' (aka 'grace-note figures') which they use to embellish melodies. Here's an introduction to some possibilities.
- SnaDa Vars: Medleys 17:55
You can easily put together a more substantial performance by combining a couple of Snake Dance versions into a mini-medley. Here are two examples to inspire you.
You can easily put together a more substantial performance by combining a couple of Snake Dance versions into a mini-medley. Here are two more examples for you to learn and develop.
- SnaDa Vars: Medleys 22:51
- Syncopation and Anticipation, Module One6:31
There is an introduction to this Beat and Rhythm course module in the Beat and Rhythm introductory video, but you'll soon get the idea if you just dive in!
- Syncopation and Anticipation, Module Two10:54
The Syncopation and Anticipation videos follow on from each other logically.
- Syncopation and Anticipation, Module Three9:09
- Syncopation and Anticipation, Module Four5:46
Explore syncopation and anticipation in module four, practicing left and right hand patterns, timing, and phrasing to build groove and rhythmic accuracy.
- Syncopation and Anticipation, Module Five9:26
Explore syncopation and anticipation in the beat and rhythm workbook, showcasing patterns at 92 bpm with octave hand variations, tonic and next-door notes, and improvisational rhythm exploration.
- A Swinging Hanon - Introduction11:56
Please watch the introductory video to give yourself the best chance to get the most out of this module.
- ASH One13:38
It is assumed you have watched the Swinging Hanon introductory video (Lesson 22).
Download the Original Hanon Exercises Nos.1-20 pdf for reference, but remember that the printed exercises are not the course! The course is about the rhythm you practice from the videos.
- ASH Two11:11
practice rhythmic patterns six to ten from the swinging hanon module using the static five-finger position, applying rhythm to the hanon exercises for crisp, musical timing.
- ASH Three12:05
- ASH Four9:08
Explore beat and rhythm patterns from the Hanon-based video four, covering patterns 17 to 22. Learn to anticipate notes, add the left-hand kick, and mix these techniques for improvising musicians.
- ASH Five6:14
- Introducing the Musicarta Rhythmic Pentatonic Scales Workout2:16
Watch this introductory video to get the most out of the Rhythmic Pentatonic Scales (RPS) module.
- The Minor Pentatonic Scales4:23
You learn the D minor pentatonic ('blues') scale.
- Six-eight Patterns One and Two - Tapping5:47
You starting learning (tapping) six-eight rhythms. Download the lesson notes pdf and see if you can get used to reading them as 'beat maps' - without fretting over 100% accuracy.
- Six-eight Patterns Three and Four - Tapping5:18
- Six-eight Patterns One and Two - Performance2:48
We move on to playing the six-eight rhythms in the D minor I-IV-V (12-bar) set of chords.
- Six-eight Patterns Three and Four - Performance2:30
Choose between D minor exercises in three four or the C minor 12 Baqi set, including C minor and F minor pentatonics, or move to video six or eleven.
- Three-Four Patterns One and Two - Tapping4:40
Download the notes and start learning the patterns in 'jazz waltz' three-four meter.
- Three-four Patterns Three and Four - Tapping3:43
Discover tapping three and four patterns in the rhythmic pentatonic scales course, with a three over two to prep jazz and blues rhythms, plus plenty of practice.
- Three-four Patterns One and Two - Performance3:28
Practice rhythmic pentatonic scales and three-four time exercises in D minor, with left-right tapping patterns, tempo goals, and gradual moves between D minor and G minor.
- Three-four Patterns Three and Four - Performance3:10
The second two three-four patterns (performance).
- The C Minor Scales4:05
We go on to learn the C minor I-IV-V set of pentatonic scales.
- Six-eight Patterns Nos.1 and 2 in C minor1:58
No separate 'tapping' lessons - we go straight into the six-eight performances.
- Six-eight Patterns Nos.3 and 4 in C minor2:00
Master six-eight patterns nos. 3 and 4 in C minor by tapping your partner's out first, and revising the C minor scales; proceed to the three-four patterns in video 13.
- Three-four Patterns Nos.1 and 2 in C minor2:15
Here are the C minor three-four performances.
- Three-four Patterns Nos.3 and 4 in C minor2:27
Conclude the course by mastering eight syncopated patterns in two keys, using five scales across two meters in C minor, and apply straight quavers to practical keyboard practice.
Requirements
- Basic keyboard proficiency is an advantage
Description
Modern popular music has a strong rhythmic elements, but 'normal' piano teaching pays little attention to developing the keyboard player's rhythmic abilities. The Musicarta Beat and Rhythm Workbook tackles the issue head on, with four different modules, each with cumulative video coaching in two-handed rhythm and syncopation.
Watch the introductory video for a full overview of the video workbook.
Who this course is for:
- Any keyboard musician wanting to achieve more rhythmic expertise.