Irish Dance Types

Jig

• 6/8 Time Signature
• Fast
• Single jig and double jig
• Identify: Rashers and Sausages

Reel

• 4/4 Time Signature
• Fast
• Originates from Scotland
• Identify: Black N Decker

Hornpipe

• 4/4 Time Signature
• Slow
• Originates from England
• Identify: Black N Decker

Polka

• 2/4 Time Signature
• Fast

Slide

• 12/8 Time Signature
• Fast