Irish Jig and Reel Flashcards
1
Q
what are the time signatures?
A
jig - 6/8, compound time
reel - 4/4, simple time
2
Q
name some common features
A
fast, quaver movement, fast tempo, simple harmony, ornamentation, light bouncy feel
3
Q
instruments used
A
fiddle, violin, flute, tin whistle, accordian, bodhran
4
Q
what type of dance
A
performance dance
5
Q
what made irish jig and reel popular?
A
Riverdance
6
Q
describe dance movements
A
footwork is important, upper body is kept straight, often dance in a line
7
Q
describe some moves
A
step, hop, kick, jump, crossing legs
