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For Information Contact Laura O'Sullivan, A.D.C.R.G. (407) 381-4423 Maureen Armstrong, A.D.C.R.G (561)371-7130 |
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SOFT SHOE DANCES |
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Reel The Reel is an energetic dance in 4/4 time, with the emphasis on the first beat of the bar: One Two Three Four. The boy's dance may include many heel clicks. Listen to a bit of the Reel by clicking on the accordion. (All clips in Windows Media Audio format).
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Single and Light Jigs Jigs, other than the Slip Jig, are in 6/8 time. Each measure will sound like two beats but each beat is actually 3 eighth note beats: 123 456. Here are two different types of Jigs.
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Slip Jig The music of the Slip Jig is in 9/8 time, which is unique to Irish music and dance. It requires both grace and energy and is known as the ballet of Irish dance. Boys traditionally do not learn this dance.
SLIP JIG |
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HARD SHOE DANCES |
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Treble Jig
Though the music is a Jig and is in 6/8 time, it is a slower dance than the soft shoe jig dances. It may be performed with the music at either a fast or a slow speed.
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Hornpipe The Hornpipe has a strong rhythm in 4/4 or 2/4 time. The emphasis is different from the reel because the hornpipe emphasizes the first and third beats of the bar: ONE two THREE four. The first and third beats are also typically longer than than the second and fourth, giving it a fast and slow rhythm. A good dance for those who have a good sense of timing, but can be difficult because the rhythm is so different.
HORNPIPE |
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Traditional Set Dances In Set Dances the dancer performs throughout the length of the tune. Set Dances are either Traditional or Nontraditional Set Dances. Some examples of Traditional Set Dances are:
St. Patrick's Day |
Non Traditional Set Dances There are about 30 Non Traditional Set dance tunes that are choreographed by the school's instructor. Some examples of Non Traditional Set Dances are:
A better listing can be found on the Dance Sprit Web Site.
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Music Courtesy of Tony Nother: http://www.tolkacd.com/ |
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