Espresso Shot: Layered Ostinati and Engine Engine Number Nine

 
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This is a quick “espresso shot” episode. My hope is that it’s an actionable teaching idea that applies some larger principles, and gives you some inspiration on your drive to work. For my part, it keeps me thinking through many ideas and connections so I stay energized as well.

Main Rhyme:

Engine engine number nine going down Chicago line

See it sparkle, see it shine, engine engine number nine

Ostinato 1:

Clack clack clickity clack

Ostinato 2:

Cling clang

Pedagogical Use:

  • Rhythm vs Beat

  • Quarter rest