Hear the shape of the rhythm.
Basic3 + 3 + 3 + 3 · eighth-note groups
Musical context
Ahidous joins collective singing, bendir playing and dance in Morocco’s Middle Atlas. It has binary and ternary forms with interlocking parts. Practise one role at a time before comparing it with a complete performance. [1]Darbatook · Ahidous: ternary and 5/8 ensemble chartsresources.darbatook.org
Names & context
- Arabic name
- أحيدوس
- Arabic alternatives
- احيدوس
- Other names & spellings
- Ahidus
All four bendir rows from Darbatook’s ternary chart play together. Part 3 adds a syncopated response; part 4 keeps the continuous eighths. Diamond noteheads use a contrasting rim sample as a practical substitute. Use Solo to follow each role. [1]Darbatook · Ahidous: ternary and 5/8 ensemble chartsresources.darbatook.org[2]Darbatook · Stroke-symbol keyresources.darbatook.org
Regions & traditions
Musical use and influences can span several regions. [1]Darbatook · Ahidous: ternary and 5/8 ensemble chartsresources.darbatook.org