![]() They tend to be ‘double’ in nature, are invariably in 4 or more parts and have a very distinct recognisable style. Pipe Reels as their name would imply have their origins in bagpipe music. Listen to 32 bars of The College Hornpipe ( RSCDS Book 20). The characteristic three-crotchet rhythm at the end of the musical phrases is clearly evident. Here the sequence played is: A, A, B, B. The original tune for The College Hornpipe - Come Ashore Jolly Tar - appears in Kerr’s Merry Melodies Book 4 For example, The College Hornpipe is now described as an 8 x 32 Reel. Since 2016 the RSCDS has dropped the descriptor of the Hornpipe genre when describing the dance. Many dances described as Reels use Hornpipe tunes. In Scottish Country Dance music Hornpipes are played at the ‘fast’ speed – the same speed as reels. There are two variations of the hornpipe danced in hard shoes fast and slow. The Hornpipe can be found in Irish, Scottish and English dance traditions. They could be at times it meant a Jigs, Reels, or country dances. The term Hornpipe also refers also to several dances that Renaissance courtiers believed were once performed to the rustic instrument. Known since antiquity, it is today played in Basque Spain (where it is known as an alboka) and North Africa, as well as in the Arabian Peninsula and parts of Russia. The instrument was a single-reed pipe with a cowhorn bell (sometimes two parallel pipes with a common bell) and is often converted into a bagpipe. Originally they were a musical wind instrument and linked to several dances supposedly performed to it. It is this rhythmic feature which identifies the tunes and they can therefore be either very busy (like a double reel) or simple. Which dance reel out of our list made you jump with excitement? Let us know in the comments below.Hornpipes are easily recognised because of the distinctive three-crotchet (yom, pom, pom) rhythm at the end of the phrases. These reels stood out for us and got us grooving throughout the month! Not just with their killer moves, but also with their expressions and full-on energy, these creators’ reels kept us hooked to their content. His dancing always brings a smile to our faces and makes us wanna wear our dancing shoes. His reels are outstanding and this one especially has it all. The most talented dancer Rohit Jethwani also know as the ‘ New Age Govinda’ has won everyone’s heart with his superb expressions, grace and energy. ![]() This reel with Sanket is one of our fave ones! Their swag is simply WOW, and we can’t take our eyes off her and her reels. She frequently collaborates with her teammates and creates terrific dance reels. Unnati is a part of a popular creator group called DamnFam and is a mind-blowing dancer. Especially this one-his flowy movements take our breath away and keeps us hooked to his performance. The kind of dance reels he makes are quite quirky and are enjoyed by everyone. Himanshu is one of the most phenomenal dancers we know! He is defo the master of Hip-Hop and Urban dance since he is super light on his feet. While we absolutely love watching her dance reels this one is our all-time fave, her cute expressions and lovely energy creates all the magic. ![]() Nagma frequently posts her dance videos and reels on Instagram and she gets immense love from her fans. Her dance is fun to watch and try as well. We totally got lost in her expressions and stunning dance routine in this reel. It is always a delight to watch Sonali dance because her movements are super strong and defined. This reel of Shruti dancing in heels is fab and simply eye-catching. ![]() We are certain that Shruti is the definition of ‘Dancing Queen’! She is so flexible and her sassy moves and expressions always created magic on the floor.
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