The Morris Book, Vol. 4 (Classic Reprint): With a Description of Dances as Performed by the Morris-Men of England: With a Description of Dances as ... the Morris-Men of England (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Revive England's Morris tradition with detailed dance descriptions and clear notation. This edition explains how classic Morris dances were performed and provides practical guidance for revival and study.

The book gathers dances derived from three Gloucestershire and neighboring traditions, offering notations, movement instructions, and historical context. It documents how the dances were once performed, how they can be revived today, and the artistry behind the steps and figures.

• Describes a wide range of Morris dances and jigs with step-by-step notation and special instructions.


• Includes notes on performers, venues, and the revival of traditional dances after years of decline.


• Offers practical guidance on movements, hand movements, and dance figures used by the Morris-men of England.


• Draws connections between dance types, formations, and the culture of folk dancing in rural England.

Ideal for readers interested in folk music, dance history, and historical revival work.

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