Group rhythm practice trains detection of subtle rate shifts.

Evidence

The individual learns how to be a part of a rhythm cycle and to express complex polyrhythms. The goal is to be able to detect the tiniest shift in rate of any handclap or pulse. — Pauline Oliveros, Deep Listening, 270

Categorization

• SEED: This goal of detecting the tiniest shift is a lens for teaching and improvisation exercises in sound arts
• corroborated: 2 independent passages support this claim — Pauline Oliveros, Deep Listening, 270
• XREF: connects to: Predetermined written parts heighten uncertainty and concentration in group sounding — Pauline Oliveros, Deep Listening, 290; Control of time enables coordination of activity and social control — James W. Carey, Communication as Culture- Essays on…, 848; Reaction time practice improves rhythmic discernment across disciplines. — Pauline Oliveros, Deep Listening, 269 (+3 more)

Broader Connections

• Group rhythm practice advances from felt heartbeat to polyrhythmic composition. #expands (0.80) — Pauline Oliveros, Deep Listening, 113
• Reaction time practice improves rhythmic discernment across disciplines. #expands (0.75) — Pauline Oliveros, Deep Listening, 269
• Group soundscape scanning synchronizes attention through shared listening cues #corroborates (0.70)