Warabadon - structure and solo parts
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Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can play the Warabadon rhythm with the different sections, including an improvised solo.
Key learning points
- Warabadon has a structure consisting of different sections.
- Part 3 contains improvised solos which are performed by the djembefola and often include fast, complex triplet rhythms.
- The solo section of the Warabadon includes polyrhythm.
- This is a key feature which creates excitement and a thicker texture in the music.
- Performing the full Warabadon structure including an improvised solo.
Keywords
Polyrhythm - the combination of two or more different rhythms at the same time
Improvised solo - a featured part of a composition played by one person, where the player makes up the rhythm on the spot
Djembefola - the lead drummer
Triplets - three notes played in the time it normally takes to play two
Common misconception
Improvisation means making something up from nothing
You can use typical rhythms or features of the style as a basis oof any improvisation. This might mean using an establisehd idea such as a prepared triplet or syncopated rhtyhm and then extending the idea with something made up in the moment.
Teacher tip
When improvising, allow pupils to make mistakes and express themselves and praise anything that worked, no matter how small. Teach as a whole class or break down into smaller groups with more able pupils taking the lead. Take the time to recap the rhythms before introducing the echauffment section.
Equipment
Djembe and dunduns can be replaced with bass, mid and treble versions of any untuned percussion. You can also use cupped hands (bass), palm clap (tone) and full clap (slap) as an alternative.
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