Scottish Dances

Question 1

Strathspey

Answer 1

• 4 beats in the bar
• Simple time
• Scotch Snap
• Dotted rhythms

Question 2

Reel

Answer 2

• Fast and lively dance.
• It is in simple time and has 2 or 4 beats in the bar.

Question 3

Waltz

Answer 3

• There are three beats in the bar.
• It is in simple time.
• Adagio (Slow) or Andante (Walking Pace)

Question 4

March

Answer 4

• This usually has 2 or 4 beats in the bar.
• Strong rhythm suitable for marching along to.
• Andante (Walking pace)

Question 5

Jig

Answer 5

• It is a fast, lively dance.
• A jig is usually in 6/8 time which is compound time.
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