2026

Rhythm and Percussion Lab I

Name: Rhythm and Percussion Lab I
Code: MUS01925L
3 ECTS
Duration: 15 weeks/78 hours
Scientific Area: Music

Teaching languages: Portuguese
Languages of tutoring support: Portuguese

Sustainable Development Goals

Learning Goals

Course that aims to study the concepts and theories of the musical rhythm and meter, with special emphasis on music of the Western tradition. Developing the capacity of analysis and reasoning on the musical parameters of rhythm and meter in an isolated state or in conjunction with other parameters. Evolution of rhythmic proficiency through performance in small ensembles of percussion.

Contents

- Concepts on the cognition of durational parameters
- Quantitative Rhythm
- Qualitative Rhythm
- The hierarchical structure
- The flat structure
- The multi-parametric structure
- Principles of rhythmic 'warming' in small percussion ensembles (over meter or beats only)

Teaching Methods

Theoretical with some practical component in order to experience some of the discussed concepts. Continuous evaluation with submission of two projects each one consisting of a written part and practical performance.