Polyrhythms

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Explains polyrhythms (3:2, 4:3 and beyond): how to calculate the composite rhythm, count it and play it with two hands, with notated grids and piano demonstrations.

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Teaches what polyrhythms are and how to feel and play them.

Video by Michael New, played through YouTube's embedded player.

Part of All my Music Lessons (in chronological order)

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