Advanced Rhythm

Instructor : Jonás Bisquert

This course introduces musicians to advanced rhythmic concepts and practical tools. Designed for performers, composers and improvisers, the programme focuses on understanding, internalising and applying rhythm beyond conventional Western metres.

The participants work with polyrhythms, cross-rhythms, additive metres, irregular cycles and metric modulation, while also exploring rhythmic systems drawn from Carnatic music, Javanese time concepts, Arabic rhythmic cycles and flamenco compás. Through spoken rhythm syllables, coordination exercises, ensemble interaction and creative application, students develop a deeper rhythmic awareness and greater fluency in both interpretation and creation.

Topics include

• internal pulse, perception and subdivision

• additive and asymmetrical metres

• polyrhythmic and polymetric structures

• shifting accents, displacement and metric ambiguity

• rhythmic strategies for composition and improvisation

• ensemble timing and communication

This course is intended for musicians who want to deepen their rhythmic understanding and expand their creative possibilities, such as:

• performers/soloists who wish to strengthen rhythmic confidence and precision

• composers looking for new structural and expressive rhythmic tools

• improvisers wanting to broaden their rhythmic vocabulary

• ensemble musicians seeking better coordination and interaction

All instruments and musical backgrounds are welcome. No prior experience with advanced rhythm systems is required, only curiosity and openness.

The lesson will be taught in English.