Learn to perform, compose, and improvise complex rhythms using the tools of the Carnatic (South Indian classical) tradition in a Western context.
The rhythmic principles covered can be applied to any instrument and any style of music. The final goal for the student is to gain the tools for performing a wide variety of complex rhythms, analyzing and performing contemporary music with rhythmic challenges, as well as composing and improvising his/her own music.
Weekly private lessons are offered in the Phoenix metropolitan area, and remotely via Skype or Google Talk. Discounts for group lessons.
Contact:
Jacob Adler
jacobadler@gmail.com
602.527.6085
Book:
Wheels within Wheels is a method book that demonstrates tools for performing complex time proportions and ratio relationships in a clear and progressive format. Concepts from Carnatic rhythm theory are generalized to illustrate powerful techniques for musicians exploring complex rhythms. The book is available in print ($30) and in pdf ($15); contact Jacob to order, or click on the buy now paypal button at the bottom of this page.
About the teacher:
Jacob Adler is a composer, performer, and teacher based in Phoenix, Arizona. Instruments of choice: piano, organ, laptop, accordion, tanpura, and tsimbl. Jacob studied Carnatic rhythm and its application to contemporary classical music and improvisation at the Amsterdam Conservatory. He performs ecstatic electro-acoustic music for organs and pianos with his wife, Ilona, in the duo Zeelab; multi-organ/multi-sax art-pop in the sextet Integers Are For Counting, rabid zionist folk songs inspired by Qawwali music and Stephen Wolfram in Taraf Degrief; and psychedelic trance minimalism with a continuously evolving constellation of large ensembles including Strange Loops. Jacob’s music has been performed throughout the US, Europe, and Scandinavia. He has designed sound for Weiden+Kennedy, 1000memories, and films. He teaches advanced rhythm at ASU and piano throughout Phoenix.
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