Highland Interpretation And execution

Question 1

What is the execution of the DT Jig?

Answer 1

Body is held erect, arms move with ease and harmony with the various foot movements
Head is used in coordination with the foot and arm movements
Each foot maintains a 45 degree turnout unless using a false position

Question 2

What is the interpretation of the DT Jig?

Answer 2

The Dance is performed in a relaxed and dignified manner
Reflects the rhythm and lilt of the movements
Through intricate movements of the feet in perfect timing

Question 3

Explain the pattern of the DT Jig

Answer 3

After the opening circle, steps must be arranged in a good sequence to show variety of travel
Steps must use movements to complement each other and be constructed in a well balanced manner

Question 4

Describe the manner in which the DT Jig is performed

Answer 4

In a relaxed and dignified manner

Question 5

What does the double time jig reflect

Answer 5

The rhythm and lilt of the movements

Question 6

As a part of the interpretation:
Through ___ movements of the ___ in ______.

Answer 6

Through intricate movements of the feet in perfect timing

Question 7

How is body held in the double time jig, and how do arms move

Answer 7

Body is held erect, arms move with ease and harmony with the various foot movements

Question 8

What does the head do in relation to the foot and arm movement?

Answer 8

Head is used in coordination with the foot and arm movements

Question 9

Describe the turnout of the double time jig

Answer 9

Each foot maintains 45 degree turnout unless using a false position

Question 10

Give four important points about interpretation for the Irish reel

Answer 10

Dignified dance performed with ease and style
Real-time rhythm reflected by the bright and lively countenance of the dancers
Steps and figures enables the contrasting elements
Figures and floor patterns allow the dancers to display rapport and social interaction

Question 11

Give five important points about execution of the Irish reel

Answer 11

Must be performed as a set of four dancers in two couples
Dance consists of five steps and seven figures
Commences and ends in a line formation with lead up and retire
Square formation approximately 1.8 by 1.8
Head and arms must coordinate with foot and travel movements

Question 12

Interpretation of reel:
__ dance performed with ___ and ___.

Answer 12

Dignified dance performed with ease and style

Question 13

Interpretation of the Irish reel:
Reel time rhythm what?

Answer 13

Reel time rhythm reflected by the bright and lively countenance of the dancers

Question 14

Execution of Irish reel
The composition of the steps and figures…

Answer 14

The composition of the steps and figures enables the contrasting elements within the dance to be portrayed

Question 15

What do the figures and varying floor patterns allow the dancers to display (reel)

Answer 15

Rapport and social interaction

Question 16

Tell me about head, arms, and foot actions with the execution of the Irish reel

Answer 16

Head and arms must coordinate and be in alignment with foot actions and travel movements

Question 17

How must the Irish reel be performed

Answer 17

As a set of four dancers in two couples

Question 18

How many steps and figures are in the dance

Answer 18

Dance consists of five steps and seven figures

Question 19

How does the Irish reel commence and end

Answer 19

Commences and ends in line formation with lead up and retire

Question 20

What is the formation in the Irish reel

Answer 20

Square formation approximately 1.8 by 1.8

Question 21

In the Irish reel, head and arms…

Answer 21

Head and arms must coordinate with foot and travel movements

Question 22

In the Irish reel, head and arms…

Answer 22

Head and arms must coordinate with foot and travel movements