Irish Jig and Reel Flashcards

1
Q

what are the time signatures?

A

jig - 6/8, compound time

reel - 4/4, simple time

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2
Q

name some common features

A

fast, quaver movement, fast tempo, simple harmony, ornamentation, light bouncy feel

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3
Q

instruments used

A

fiddle, violin, flute, tin whistle, accordian, bodhran

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4
Q

what type of dance

A

performance dance

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5
Q

what made irish jig and reel popular?

A

Riverdance

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6
Q

describe dance movements

A

footwork is important, upper body is kept straight, often dance in a line

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7
Q

describe some moves

A

step, hop, kick, jump, crossing legs

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