Sing, play, perform: accompanying songs with polyrhythms

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Syncopation in songs

I can sing songs that include syncopated rhythms while keeping a steady beat.

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Syncopated rhythms

I can play a syncopated rhythmic ostinato using body percussion.

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Introducing polyrhythm

I can play two contrasting rhythms as part of an ensemble to create a polyrhythm.

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Layering rhythms

I can layer multiple rhythms to create a polyrhythm as part of an ensemble.

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Creating polyrhythms

I can combine rhythms to create a polyrhythm that can accompany a song.

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Polyrhythmic accompaniments

I can rehearse songs with many layers effectively to prepare for a performance.

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