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0-9 A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
Hornbostel-Sachs System Western Symphonic Classification

Terms - J

  • jack
  • jas
  • jass
  • jasz
  • jaw harp
  • jawbone
  • jazz
  • jazz band
  • jazz flute
  • jazz influence
  • jazz manouche
  • jazz orchestra
  • jedoch
  • jentele
  • jete
  • Jew's harp
  • jig
  • jigg
  • jitterbug
  • jive
  • jongleur
  • Jubilate
  • jubiloso
  • jug
  • jug band
  • just
  • just intonation

jig

jig

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Definition

A lively dance of the British Isles originating in the 15th century or earlier, related to the hornpipe and the reel. It may have been the precursor of the baroque gigue.


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Last Updated: 2016-05-19 18:27:35
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