The Rhythm Randomizer – A Fabulous Free Tool for Piano Teachers

At our recent local music teachers association meeting one of the teachers introduced us to a new resource (at least new to us!) called The Rhythm Randomizer.

I have dreamed of having something like this for years! You can select 1,2,4, or 8 measures and then set parameters for time signatures and various note values.

For example, I was curious how this would work for a student who needs lots of reinforcement as he learns the dotted quarter note – eighth note rhythm, so I specified that in the settings along with a few other variables. Then I just clicked the New Rhythm button and it instantly generated a new 4-measure rhythm with multiple instances of that pattern:

The metronome and playback features aren’t working on my phone, but the limitless instantaneously generated rhythm patterns themselves make this an invaluable tool that I can use in piano lessons!