Dalcroze 103: Compound Meter and the Duplet
With Lauren Hodgson, Dalcroze License
Recorded June 6, 2024
Immerse yourself in the physical experience of compound meter as we explore its rhythmic flow and expressive potential. Through movement and interactive exercises, participants investigate the sensation of compound meter within the body, revealing new layers of rhythmic understanding.
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