Dance Music

Dance Music in the Kingdom of Meridies (SCA)

• Common dance types: bransles, pavannes, galliards, English country dances, and other period-inspired forms.
• Ensembles: small groups with recorders, drums, harp, bowed strings, and other period-style instruments.
• Teaching and practice: dance practices at events and local meetings, often with live music or recorded tracks.
• Event roles: playing for dance classes, evening balls, and informal post-revel dancing.
• Repertoire: a mix of historically-based tunes and SCA-composed pieces popular in Meridies.

Notes / To Do:

• List favorite dances and the tunes you like to play for each.
• Add links or references to tunebooks and dance manuals you use.
• Record which local groups (shire/barony) have active dance bands or regular practices.
• Track contacts for dance leaders and musicians in Meridies.