4 Habanera Rhythm Recap

COURSE: Latin Blues Volume 2

FOCUS: This lesson provides a quick recap of the Habanera rhythm, combining the slow, quick, quick and Tresio rhythms, with the goal of helping students identify and internalise it in music.

TIP & TRICKS:

• Clap, tap, or scat along to practice the rhythm with a metronome or song.
• Focus on the bass line to hear the Habanera rhythm in music.
• Combine the slow, quick, quick (one, three, four) and Tresio rhythms to create Habanera.

REMEMBER:

• The Habanera rhythm is a blend of slow, quick, quick and Tresio patterns.
• Practice identifying the rhythm even when other instruments play different rhythms.
• Internalise the rhythm in your body and ears for better musical connection.