What is Hornpipe?

Hornpipe can refer to dance music or an instrument used to play it. The musical instrument called Hornpipe dates back to at least 1500 years and has a cylindrical middle section with holes for finger placement. Hornpipe is the only reed instrument such as clarinet or saxophone, but has more drone sound of similar pipe bags. The end opposite the mouthpiece has a cone-shaped bell, which is traditionally made of an animal corner-the name Hornpipe .

Hornpipe Dance is historically linked to British sailors who performed an active, highly lively dance as a way to stay fit and positive on the ship. Mixing, backward hops and round steps are just a few dance movements that are part of Hornpipe. Hornpipe is very close to the Irish preparation, with the only big difference that it tends to include multiple types of stomping or clogging. Dance can be performed by men or women and a naval costume is worn. Movement is incorporated into the sailor's handpipey, such as ropes pulling hands, climbing legs and holding a hand over your eyes as if looking at the sea. This dance in Hornpipe cartoon is usually part of the Highland Games. Highland Games are festivals Highland Dancing, Pipes and Druming and can include sport.

The Hornpipe sailor song is also known as College Hornpipe. Hornpipe is danced as the only one or in doubles. The double version has a more difficult foot work. The American versions of the British, Irish and Scottish Hornpipe dances tend to be more like a winch. The reel, Hornpipe and Jig often appear similar to inexperienced eye, but timing and rhythm may vary widely between these three types of folk dance.