Rhythm is the force behind all things. It unites the most diverse areas of life. Rhythm gives us confidence in life and in ourselves. TaKeTiNa is the path through which all aspects of rhythm can be experienced as a unity. It is a synthesis of the rhythmic knowledge from many cultures and systematically demonstrates how rhythm can be learned by anyone. The rhythmic experiences gained through TaKeTiNa are transferable to all musical instruments, and musicians can find a new source for composing creative rhythms in this book. For the layperson, this book offers an entry point into the physical and mental experience of rhythm.