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Exploring Polyrhythms in Music

Authored by Mateo Fajardo

Performing Arts

8th Grade

Exploring Polyrhythms in Music
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a polyrhythm?

A rhythm that uses only one time signature

A combination of two or more contrasting rhythms played simultaneously

A rhythm that speeds up and slows down

A rhythm that is played in a 4/4 time signature

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is an example of a basic polyrhythm pattern?

3:2

4:4

2:2

5:5

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which type of music are polyrhythms commonly found?

Classical European music

Traditional African music

Country music

Baroque music

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a method to create polyrhythmic exercises?

Practicing scales

Playing a single rhythm repeatedly

Combining different rhythmic patterns

Playing in unison with another musician

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does a 3:2 polyrhythm work?

Three beats are played in the time of two beats

Two beats are played in the time of three beats

Three beats are played in the time of four beats

Two beats are played in the time of four beats

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which time signature is most likely to be used in a polyrhythm?

4/4

3/4

6/8

Any time signature

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary challenge when playing polyrhythms?

Playing at a fast tempo

Coordinating different rhythms simultaneously

Playing in a major key

Maintaining a steady volume

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