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A rhythm reading method

Does Music Notation Confuse You? Let's change that.

An interactive sight-reading book for overwhelmed beginners that helps turn rhythm into your best friend.

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Why this book exists

Getting lost sucks.

I know what it feels like to get lost in rehearsals, miss entries, and feel your confidence disappear while the music keeps moving. For years, my sight-reading ability made me second-guess myself, even when I was counting correctly.

I have taken my experience performing internationally, teaching at King's College School, Cambridge, and completing my master's at the Royal Academy of Music to create this book: a clear, step-by-step way for musicians to build rhythmic fluency, so reading feels calmer, faster, and more reliable in real musical situations.

Build Rhythmic Fluency
The ReadReps author holding a pair of drumsticks
What changes

When your reading starts to feel good

01

Stay in control

A stronger sense of pulse keeps you grounded in rehearsals, even with a lot happening around you.

02

Learn faster

Break rhythms into patterns you recognise instantly, so new music comes together quickly.

03

Enjoy performing again

Trust your reading and feel energised on stage instead of anxious or behind.

What's inside

Everything you need to practise rhythm with clarity

The six rhythmic cells you'll become friends with in this book.

Quarter note rhythm cell
Quarter rest rhythm cell
Half note rhythm cell
Eighth note rhythm cell
Eighth rest rhythm cell
Sixteenth note rhythm cell
From this Simple rhythm reading exercise
To this More advanced rhythm reading exercise
Still from a guided video lesson on sixteenth notes

10 guided video lessons

Walkthroughs of every stage, with practice tips and subdivision diagrams, so you always know what to focus on.

A rhythm exercise example from the book

40 exercises to build rhythmic fluency

Structured exercises — including 10 coordination studies — each one strengthening your pulse and rhythm reading.

All 100 backing tracks
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100 groove-based backing tracks

A musical track for every exercise, so you can lock in with a tempo that suits you.

Your progress 2 of 3 done
  • ✓ Level 1.1 rhythm cells
  • ✓ Coordination studies
  • Backing-track practice

Progress tick boxes to keep you moving

Tick off each exercise as you complete it, and always see what's next.

See what you get

See the method inside the book

Watch how each rhythm is counted, broken down, and connected to confident playing.

  • 01 Getting started
  • 02 Find the right speed for you
  • 03 The power of subdivision
  • 04 Quarter notes
  • 05 Syncopation
Preview of Lesson 1: Getting started

Lesson 1 — Getting started

Pricing

Start practising rhythm with clarity today

One clear book, structured practice materials, and a calmer way to build rhythm-reading confidence.

ReadReps Foundation
$24.99
  • ✓ 10 guided video lessons
  • ✓ 40 exercises, incl. 10 coordination studies
  • ✓ 100 groove-based backing tracks
  • ✓ Subdivision diagrams & practice tips
  • ✓ Progress tracking pages
  • ✓ Screen-optimised and printable PDF editions
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Are you a good fit?

This book is not for everyone.

This is for you if

  • ✓ You get overwhelmed in rehearsals and want to trust your own playing.
  • ✓ You want a clear structure, so you always know what to practise next.
  • ✓ You want to build your reading skills at your own pace.

This is not for you if

  • ✕ You want complex sight-reading challenges rather than ground-up rhythm work.
  • ✕ You want a quick fix rather than steady, practical improvement.
  • ✕ You prefer unstructured practice without a clear path.
FAQ

Have any more questions?

What exactly do I get with ReadReps Foundation?

Two PDF editions of ReadReps Foundation Book One — one screen-optimised and one printable — plus 10 guided video lessons, 40 structured exercises including 10 coordination studies, 100 backing tracks, diagrams, tips, and progress tasks.

Is this book suitable for complete beginners?

Yes. It starts with the simplest rhythms and builds gradually — no advanced reading skills needed.

Do I need a specific instrument to use it?

No. This method is focused on rhythm reading so it's great for all musicians.

How much time should I practise each day?

Short, consistent sessions can support progress. Ten focused minutes is a practical starting point, but results vary with experience, practice quality and consistency.

Can I use the backing tracks at slower speeds?

Yes. The backing tracks range from 60-150 beats per minute so you can practise at a speed that suits you.

What needs an internet connection?

The PDFs can be used offline after download. QR-linked videos and backing tracks need internet access. Backing tracks use services including Spotify, Apple Music and YouTube Music, whose availability, advertising, account requirements and features may vary.

Can teachers use the book?

Yes. An individual teacher purchaser may display the PDFs in lessons they personally teach and print individual worksheets for their own students. The complete files and access link cannot be shared, and each teacher needs their own purchased copy.