Rhythm as Space: In our last installment, we explored how rhythmic vocabulary can be expanded by understanding rhythm as space—a concept that becomes even more powerful in odd time signatures like 7/4. This month, we shift our focus to a more familiar but equally versatile meter: 6/8. Understanding rhythm as space means recognizing that each note occupies a portion of time. In 6/8, this means six eighth-note spaces within a measure. But beyond that basic framework, these spaces can be filled with a wide range of rhythmic combinations. Mastering 6/8 isn’t just about playing six eighth notes—it’s about exploring the countless ways those spaces can be filled. Breaking Down the Bar: At its core, 6/8 is often felt as two groups of three—giving it a natural, flowing feel reminiscent of waltzes and triplet-based grooves. But that’s just the starting point. You can also subdivide 6/8 in less conventional ways, such […]

June 2025 Issue