Rhythmic Studies

IMMANUEL SCHOOL OF MUSIC Programs

Rhythmic Studies

Private Lessons | Pop-Up Events | School Demonstrations | Small Group


Instructor:  Julie Geiman

Location:  Central Campus


Offered year-round as one-on-one private lessons, Discover Packages, or in small groups.


Cost: $25 per small group event (minimum required)


Enhance your musical skills with Rhythmic Studies.

  • 3-person minimum for 1-hour small group
  • 2-person minimum for a 45-minute small group


How it works:

  • Look at the sample list of topics below. Choose the topic(s) that interest you.
  • REGISTER a pop-up event (with friends and open to others).
  • OR, Sign up for a private lesson / Discover Package(s).
  • The instructor works with you to schedule a day & time based on both teacher/student availability. Offered Summer/Fall/Spring. 
  • Buddy Request (optional): If your child would like to be placed in an event with a friend. Both families must submit this request on their own registration forms at the time of registration.

*Select weeks not offered.



Sample Event Topics:


  • Music Theory (to match your level)
  • Students will focus on enhancing their knowledge of music theory to help advance their skills. All instruments use music theory! We will focus on concepts such as common musical terms & symbols, scales & modes, chord identification, intervals, ear training & aural skills, and more. Concepts introduced will match participants' level.


  • Rhythmic Studies - A Rhythmic Analysis of your music (to match your level)
  • Students bring in music they are learning currently. Together, we dive in as detectives to examine the music.  The goal is to enhance our reading and understanding of rhythms in a linear fashion.


  • Piano Performance (to match your level)
  • Students bring in 1-2 prepared pieces. Designed as a mini "master class", students perform for each other and receive teacher feedback & suggestions to enhance their musical growth.


  • Simple Piano Duets (to match your level)
  • Students are provided simple piano duets to prepare prior to the event. Students are expected to come prepared and will work in a small group setting to play simple piano duets with other participants.


  • Rhythmic Studies Games 
  • Students focus on rhythmic note-reading games & fun challenges as they become rhythmic gurus.


  • Percussion Ensemble / Group Percussion
  • Students enjoy playing with other student percussionists. Focus on synchronized playing of rudiments, lessons, and simple cadences.


  • Cross-Generational Ensemble
  • Play as an ensemble with a focus on percussive improvisation; we explore jazz, show tunes, modern songs, and more.


  • Basic Drumset Studies
  • Students learn basic drumset patterns.


  • Introduction to Percussion - a Sampler
  • Students get to explore, play, and learn basic techniques on a variety of percussive instruments.


  • and more!
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  • Roots & Rhythm

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  • Demonstrations

    School Demonstrtions: Introduce Percussion & Rhythm activities to your students.

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  • "Pop Ups" Events  Sample List

    Contact Us for upcoming events or request a demonstration.


    "Pop-Up" Events may list suggested age(s) to best serve participants. 


    Sample List:

    • Group Lessons
    • Percussion Demonstrations  
    • Small and Large Group Workshops  
    • Small Ensemble Rehearsals  
    • Rhythmic Prep for Auditions  
    • Cross-Generational Jam   
    • Cross-Generational Events  
    • Rhythmic Dictation  
    • Sight-Reading Rhythms  
    • Practice Techniques  
    • Rhythmic Analysis  
    • Hacky-Sac Rhythmic Fun & Games  
    • Rhythm & Movement  
    • Rhythm Drills & Metronome Usage  
    • Developing Rhythmic Hand Independence  
    • Percussion Techniques & Methods  
    • Percussive Exploration  
    • Basic Percussion Composition  
    • Music in a Flash (Rhythm Flash Card Games)  
    • Music Math & Rhythm  
    • Mindful Drumming  
    • Percussion Ensemble  
    • Small Ensemble  
    • Drumline 101  
    • Unplugged Christian Rock Jam  
    • Unplugged Jam  

  • We explore and focus on: 

    • Improvisation

    • Rhythmic Reading of Notes (values, duration, rests, divisions, and subdivision)  

    • Reading and Understanding Simple meters, Compound meters, and Syncopation  

    • Bringing Rhythm to life with motion  

    • Music Math (dissect music mathematically)  

    • Rhythmic Sight-Reading Skills looking at music linearly  

    • Multiple ways to practice, play & rewrite rhythmic phrases  

    • Metronome usage  

    • Rhythmic Analysis (we use your current audition excerpts, private lesson, or groups music)  

    • Benefits of Rhythmic Studies  

  • Benefits of Rhythmic Studies. 

    Will taking Rhythmic Studies benefit my private lessons and ensemble experience?  


    Absolutely!   


    Enhance your musical skills and gain a deeper understanding of rhythm. 


    Rhythmic Studies uses a variety of techniques to help students excel in their current music lessons, as a soloist and an ensemble player.   

  • Who should take Rhythmic Studies? 

    All ages and abilities can benefit musically.  Ask yourself:  


    • Have I ever been confused about reading music or wished I had a music tutor?  

    • Am I unsure how to count specific rhythmic phrases or understand a time signature?  

    • Do I want to understand the math involved behind the rhythms in music?  

    • Do I want to sharpen my Rhythmic Sight-Reading Skills?  

    • Do I want to explore and learn how to rewrite rhythms in multiple ways?  

    • Do I have difficulty staying on the beat or the off-beat with a metronome?  

    • Do I need help rhythmically with audition excerpts or a piece of music I am currently rehearsing?  

    • Am I ready to take my music abilities to the next level?  

    If you answered YES to any of those questions, then Rhythmic Studies is for you!  


  • Concepts Covered by Level 

    Beginner - (Adagio pace)- focus on building a basic strong rhythmic foundation  


    • Simple Meter 2/4, 4/4  
    • Whole, Half, Quarter & Eighth notes  
    • Rests  
    • Basic Syncopation (off beats)  
    • Feel the Rhythm with Movement  
    • Basic Rhythmic Reading/Playing & challenges  
    • Basic Tempo Markings / Metronome Use  
    • Simple Rhythmic Analysis  

    Standard - (Andante pace)- basic building rhythmic foundation already in place  


    • Simple Meter 2/4, ¾, 4/4  
    • Compound Meter: 6/8  
    • Whole, Half, Quarter, Eighth, sixteenth, triplet notes & rests  
    • Dots, Ties   
    • Basic Syncopation (off beats)  
    • Feel the Rhythm with Movement  
    • Basic Rhythmic Reading/Playing & challenges  
    • Basic Tempo Markings / Metronome Use & bps  
    • Rhythmic Analysis  
    • Intermediate-Advanced -  (Moderato pace)- strong rhythmic foundation already in place  
    • Simple Meter (Simple Duple 2/8, 2/4, 2/2, Simple Triple ⅜, ¾, 3/2, Simple Quadruple 4/8, 4/4, 4/2)  
    • Compound Meter 6/8, 9/8, 12/8 and Complex Meter 5/4  
    • Whole, Half, Quarter, Eighth, sixteenth, triplet, notes & rests & beyond  
    • Syncopation, Basic Polyrhythms, Triplet and Duplet  
    • Feel the Rhythm with Movement  
    • Rhythmic Reading/Playing & challenges  
    • Tempo Markings / Metronome Use & bps  
    • Rhythmic Analysis  

    Advanced+ - (Allegro pace) - solid rhythmic foundation already in place  


    • Simple Meter (Simple Duple 2/8, 2/4, 2/2, Simple Triple ⅜, ¾, 3/2, Simple Quadruple 4/8, 4/4, 4/2)  
    • Compound Meter (Compound Duple 6/8, 6/4, Compound Triple 9/16, 9/8, 9/4, Compound Quadruple 12/16, 12/8, 12/4)  
    • Complex Meter 5/4, 7/4  
    • Whole, Half, Quarter, Eighth, sixteenth, triplet, notes & rests & beyond  
    • Syncopation  
    • Triplet, Duplet, Polyrhythms  
    • Feel the Rhythm with Movement  
    • Rhythmic Reading/Playing & challenges  
    • Tempo Markings / Metronome Use & bps  
    • Terms for Change in Tempo  
    • Rhythmic Analysis  

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    Rhythmic Studies sessions vary by topic. Sessions may focus on: 

    • Note Reading Games & Races  
    • Practice Tips  
    • Rhythmic Games  
    • Improvization
    • Music Theory  
    • Sight Reading
    • Small Group Jam
    • Instrument Spa Day & Care for Strings  
    • and more!


    May students repeat Rhythmic Studies Sessions?  YES! Each daily session is slightly different. Students may take sessions multiple times, with a new experience each session.  


Pop-Up" Event Topics are subject to change.

Additional topics may be added upon request. 

A minimum number of students is required per "Pop-Up" Event.  

*Contact the ISM Office to inquire or request a Rhythmic Studies "Pop-Up" Event: ismoffice@immanuel-nky.org

Meet your teacher: Julie Geiman





Julie believes music is a timeless art. She holds a deep love for her cross-generational studio and is committed to serving students of all ages and abilities. Her joy lies in giving students and families the opportunity to learn music, appreciate and discover our musical potential, and perform and experience music as an amazing gift at each lesson and performance. Her belief is, “Through music, we can reach the soul. Let our souls speak, and in turn, we can speak to everyone.”

 Gain a deeper understanding and appreciate of rhythm.


  • No previous experience required.


  • Personalized lessons to meet your goals.


  • Increase confidence playing your music, explore percussive instruments, enjoy pop-up events, and release .


  • All ages - Instrumentalists, vocalist, and musical levels welcomed.


  • Demonstrations available

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  • Multi-Generational

Take your musical skills to the next level.


Rhythm is universally used in every form of music both instrumentally and vocally.

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