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Polyrhythms Explained: 3:2, 4:3, 5:4 and Beyond

Learn polyrhythms from basics to advanced. Master 3:2, 4:3, 5:4 with practical exercises, visualization techniques, and real music applications.

Learn how conflicting pulse groupings fit into one shared duration, then practise them with a visual generator or a playable groove.

What this tool includes

Start with 3:2

Clap three evenly spaced beats against two in the same duration until the shared downbeat feels stable.

Build to 4:3 and 5:4

Use a slow common pulse, count out loud, and switch which rhythm each hand carries as the coordination improves.

Make it musical

Move from a counting exercise into groove, jazz, Afro-diaspora, electronic, and composition contexts.

How to use this tool

  1. Find the common pulse by multiplying the two numbers and practise slowly.
  2. Count every subdivision out loud while you play both rhythms.
  3. Switch the ratio between your hands so neither part becomes dependent on one side.
  4. Use a visual generator or Hand Jam to hear the pattern inside a musical performance.