Class # 11 - Jan 17

Malfuf 2/4
1...2...
D..T..T. (home version) [listen here]
D..C..C. (home variation, frame drum)
D.kT.kT. (a common variation) [listen here]
DkkTkkTk (another common variation) [listen here]


You can listen to this "in situ" (and play along). One nice tune is Stellamara's "Kereshme"[listen now: hifi | lofi] (the rhythm starts at around 2:20).

Homework

1. Play malfuf while "stepping" the 2-pulse with your feet (you can do this sitting in a chair). A drum machine or drum sequencer program can really help. 
   
   
2. Select another variation and learn it. Combine it with your first variation, and learn that. Prepare yourself to show others your variation in the flow of play through the call "match me." 
   
   
3. Work on technique. Try some visual approaches to practice to help you.
   

Optional Reading

3+3+2: The World’s Most Famous Rhythm Structure by Jerry Leake

This article demonstrates the prevalence of this rhythmic scheme throughout the world and history.