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Gathering Peascods — 1651

  • Play all three complete strains twice.
  • Keep the short cadence distinct from its following pickup.

Composer: Traditional; published in Playford’s collection.

Source: The English Dancing Master (1651), p. 96; public domain.

Original: G major down M2: soprano C4–D5; native alto B-flat major, F4–G5.

Prepare low C, B-flat and dotted quavers.

Notes Used: C4, D4, E4, F4, G4, A4, Bb4, C5, D5

Notes Used: F4, G4, A4, Bb4, C5, D5, Eb5, F5, G5

Time Signature: 4/4 · Key: F major

Time Signature: 4/4 · Key: Bb major

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Performance Goal: All three strains flow without adding a beat to the short ending.