6 Engaging Rhythm Resources for Music Lessons
Make learning and practicing rhythm much more engaging with these great rhythm resources for music lessons. From board games to body percussion, students will build their foundational skills while having fun!
Rhythm Board Games
Make sure students learn about note values and counting while having fun! Rhythm on a Roll is a firm favourite in my studio, plus Beat It and Jawsome Note Values are also very popular (and available in the free Resource Library for music teachers).
Rhythm Apps
There are two different types of rhythm apps I use with students: ones that use musical notation (like Rhythm Swing), and ones that focus on keeping the beat (like the Most Amazing Sheep Game). Check out the full list of rhythm apps.
Read More: The Best Rhythm Apps
Backing Tracks
Backing tracks are great for helping students to keep in time. There are a few method books that include backing tracks:
Plus there’s lots available on YouTube which can be used for for practicing scales and improvising.
Body Percussion Videos
Practice keeping the beat with these fun (and surprisingly challenging!) body percussion videos:
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Rhythm Cup Explorations
The Rhythm Cup Explorations resource from Compose Create is perfect for introducing new rhythm sequences and practicing rhythm in a fun way. There are lots of different levels, so it can be used with beginner, intermediate and more advanced students.
Old School Metronome
Convincing students of the merits of metronomes is an ongoing challenge in my studio, but using a physical metronome instead of an app has helped! Lots of students are fascinated with how it works, and I always let them have a turn setting different tempos.
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If you’re looking for more music lesson resources then be sure to check out the Resource Library for free games, activities, and theory worksheets.
Bridey Gibson is an experienced music teacher and founder of Pianosaurus Rex where she’s on a mission to make music lessons even more fun through innovative teaching ideas, play based learning, creative expression, and engaging resources.
Bridey offers unique piano lessons at her music studio in North New Brighton, and creates original music and practice resources loved by teachers and parents. Outside of the music studio you can find Bridey road tripping with her family, reading science fiction and fantasy, slowly working on creative projects, and learning to surf.