Types of Irish Dances (Junior Cert Music): Quizzes
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Until when did dancing at the crossroads remain popular in rural Ireland?
Until when did dancing at the crossroads remain popular in rural Ireland?
The 1950s
Which is the oldest type of Irish dance music?
Which is the oldest type of Irish dance music?
The Jig
What time signature is a Double Jig written in?
What time signature is a Double Jig written in?
6/8 time
What time signature is a Slip Jig written in?
What time signature is a Slip Jig written in?
9/8 time
What mnemonic phrase is used for counting the jig rhythm?
What mnemonic phrase is used for counting the jig rhythm?
Rashers and sausages
Which Irish dance tune is the most popular and widely played?
Which Irish dance tune is the most popular and widely played?
The Reel
Where did the Reel originate before being adopted into Irish tradition?
Where did the Reel originate before being adopted into Irish tradition?
Scotland
Although written in 4/4 time, how are reels often played?
Although written in 4/4 time, how are reels often played?
In 2/2 (cut time)
Which of the three main Irish dance types is the slowest?
Which of the three main Irish dance types is the slowest?
The Hornpipe
What rhythmic characteristic does the Hornpipe have?
What rhythmic characteristic does the Hornpipe have?
A dotted rhythm
Which instruments featured in the first céilí bands in the early 20th century?
Which instruments featured in the first céilí bands in the early 20th century?
Piano, snare drum and accordion
Which is one of the most famous céilí bands still performing today?
Which is one of the most famous céilí bands still performing today?
Kilfenora Céilí Band