Rhythm Circle

Synonyms

None.

Introduction

This warm up is fun and will help us get silly and working together. Please form a circle.

Description

Rhythm Circle has two distinct parts. A chant and a series of repetitive motions.

The chant is a non-sense sentence totally about 8 syllables. Some examples are: All my ships are out at sea. Alley cat cat has a mouse with leaves. Once the group has gotten the rhythm of the chant a player will add a repetitive motion.

The repetitive motion may or may not be in sync with the chant. For example the player could tap their forehead 8 times in sync with the chant. This repetitive motion is then repeated by the player to their right. The source player then adds a brand new repetitive motion, slapping their thigh for instance. This action is passed to the right as well. Historically the source player will only contribute 3 repetitive actions.

At this point the circle should be repeating an uninterrupted non-sense chant, and three separate repetitive actions should be following each other around the circle. While it seems simple enough to listen intently to the player on one’s left rhythm circles often collapse into hilarity.

As with most warm ups Rhythm Circle is about getting a handle on comfortable failure, group synchronization and listening.

Gimmicks

Increase the speed.

Variations

• All the bah bahs total 40 sheeps.
• Usually a room will have it’s own favourite chant

Credits

Contributions appreciated.