The Esperance Morris Book - Part I - A Manual of Morris Dances, Folk-Songs and Singing Games

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Morris dance is a type of English folk dance traditionally accompanied by music. It is based on the rhythmical stepping of dancers who usually wear bell pads on their shin, and often hold sticks, swords, and handkerchiefs. This book contains part I of The Esperance Morris Book , a vintage manual of Morris dances, folk-songs and singing games. It includes detailed descriptions of and simple explanations, making it ideal for those wishing to learn the dances and related activities. Contents include: Set to Music , The Dances , The Morris Step , Description of the Dances , The Folk Songs , Costumes , Entertainments , Music , Morris Dance , Morris On , Shepherd’s Hay , Rigs o’ Marlow , Country Gardens , The Maid o’ the Mill etc. This Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork.