Learn to Play Recorder

Branle Gay

  • Keep two clear groups of three beats in each bar
  • Leave the final rest silent while keeping the pulse for the next repetition

Source: Thoinot Arbeau, Orchésographie (1589), f. 72r; complete melody, printed pitches retained, note values halved and bar lines modernised.

Notes Used: F4, G4, A4, Bb4, C5, D5

Notes Used: Bb4, C5, D5, Eb5, F5, G5

Time Signature: 6/4 · Key: G mode (one flat)

Time Signature: 6/4 · Key: C mode (2 flats)

Fingering Review

Full Dance

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Performance Goal: Keep the two groups of three audible through every bar, including the final rest.