Simultaneity

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

Objectives[edit]

  • Students will become familiar with the concepts of multiple tonal centers, polychords and polytonality.
  • Students will become familiar with the rhythmic characteristics of polymetricism.

Resources[edit]

Readings[edit]

Class Activities[edit]

  • Discussion and definition of polychords, polytonality, obscure key centers,polymeter and polyrhythms
  • Tonal analysis of music from different genres and time periods.
  • Analysis of music which features polymeter or polyrhythms
  • Composition and improvisation in a polytonal style
  • Composition and improvisation in a polymetric structure

Assignments[edit]

  • Identification and analysis of polychordal and polytonal techniques in written and recorded music
  • Identification and analysis of polymetric and polyrhythmic techniques in written and recorded music

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