Re: systematic theory of rhythm/meter?

> are there any works that are, well, the Allen Forte of rhythm and
> meter? i'm looking for a systematic approach for characterizing
> rhythms, similar to the handy chart of pitch-class sets and interval
> vectors and so on--any pointers?

Maury Yeston's "The Stratification of Musical Rhythm" tried to do that.
I found it completely unreadable but might have another try some day.

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