Rhythm reference

Arabic & Turkish rhythm patterns

A reference library of 30 traditional percussion rhythms, each rhythm shows its time signature. Press play to hear it, or open it in Ritmik to loop, edit and print a clean document.

Arabic rhythms

7 rhythms

Turkish usûls

23 usûls

Write your own rhythm

Pick any rhythm above, open it in Ritmik, and make it yours — adjust the meter, loop the hard bars, and export a print-ready score. Free, no account, in your browser.

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Frequently asked questions

Which instruments does Ritmik support?

Ritmik currently supports bendir and erbane, two types of frame drums used in traditional, folk, and rhythmic music practice.

Can I create rhythm exercises in Ritmik?

Yes. You can create your own rhythm exercises for bendir and erbane. Ritmik helps turn simple rhythm patterns into clear practice material.

Can I listen to the rhythm exercises I create?

Yes. Ritmik lets you listen to the rhythm exercise with real instrument voices.

Can I upload a rhythm PDF from my teacher?

Yes. Students can upload a Ritmik PDF given by their teacher, listen to the rhythm, and practice along with it.

Is Ritmik useful for music teachers?

Yes. Music teachers can use Ritmik to create bendir and erbane rhythm exercises for their students. It can help make rhythm practice clearer, easier to follow, and easier to repeat.

Is Ritmik useful for students?

Yes. Ritmik helps students practice bendir and erbane rhythms by combining notation and audio. Instead of only reading a static PDF, students can listen to the exercise and practice with better timing.

Do I need to know music notation to use Ritmik?

No. Ritmik is designed to be simple. You do not need to use complex music notation software to create rhythm exercises for bendir or erbane.

Can beginners use Ritmik?

Yes. Ritmik is suitable for beginners who are learning bendir, erbane, or frame drum rhythms. The simple notation and playback can help students understand rhythm patterns more easily.

Can advanced players use Ritmik?

Yes. More experienced bendir and erbane players can use Ritmik to create structured rhythm exercises, test patterns, and prepare practice material.

Can I start from a rhythm template?

Yes. You can start with a rhythm template when you want a faster way to create an exercise. You can also build your own rhythm from scratch.

Can I edit my rhythm exercise?

Yes. You can update and adjust your rhythm exercise after creating it.

Is Ritmik only for Turkish music?

No. Ritmik is designed for bendir and erbane rhythm practice, and these instruments can be used in different musical traditions. The app focuses on simple rhythm exercise creation rather than one specific music style.

Does Ritmik work on mobile?

Ritmik is designed as a web app, so it can be opened from a browser. The experience may work best on larger screens when creating or editing exercises.

Is Ritmik free?

Ritmik may offer free access or different plans depending on the version. You can check the current website for the latest access options.

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