Sellenger’s Round — 1665

  • Play the complete two-strain 1665 dance.
  • Distinguish the altered notes and sustain the tied cadence.

Composer: Traditional; published in Playford’s collection.

Source: The Dancing Master, third edition (1665), p. 132; public domain.

Original: G Mixolydian down P5: soprano C4–D5; native alto F Mixolydian, F4–G5.

Prepare semiquavers, minim pulse and ties through Lesson 29.

Notes Used: C4, D4, E4, F4, G4, A4, Bb4, B4, C5, D5

Notes Used: F4, G4, A4, Bb4, C5, D5, Eb5, E5, F5, G5

Time Signature: 6/4 · Key: C Mixolydian

Time Signature: 6/4 · Key: F Mixolydian

Fingering Review

Play

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Performance Goal: The altered notes sound distinct, and the final tie has no second attack.