The Dancing Master - Selection 2

Master complex English dance forms
Develop triple meter facility
Execute energetic character
Perfect folk dance style

About This Piece

Compiler: John Playford (1623-1686)

Difficulty: Late Intermediate

Notes Used: G, A, B, C, D, E, F#, G (high), A (high), B (high)

Key: G Major

Form: English Country Dance in Triple Meter

Complete Dance

Energetic triple meter dance with English folk character.

Performance Practice Notes

Triple meter: ♩ = 105, maintain steady pulse
English character: Earthy, grounded folk style

Historical Context

This triple meter dance from Playford's collection represents the variety of English country dances - from duple to triple meter, each with distinct character and steps.

Performance Goal: Capture energetic English folk character in triple meter. This completes your study of Playford's Dancing Master selections.