Rap

From Advancing Music Theory
This lesson is part of the Rhythm, Meter & Form category.

Objectives[edit]

  • Students will be familiar with the history and characteristics of hip-hop.
  • Students will explore the rhythmic characteristics of rap.

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Class Activities[edit]

  • Discussion of the origins and history of hip-hop
  • Rhythmic and prosodic analysis of different types of hip-hop music
  • Composition and improvisation of a short rap

Assignments[edit]

  • Rhythmic transcription of a rap excerpt
  • Composition of a rap

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