Rigadoun

The rigaudon is a French Baroque dance with a lively duple meter. Rhythmically simple, with a few syncopated lines, this less-than-two-minute composition is the perfect introduction to this style. With varying dynamics, this is an excellent piece for developing a lighter playing style while also focusing on listening, articulations, and the concept of musical phrasing during repeats. Playable by as few as one on a part, this also works well for smaller bands with limited instrumentation.