Winter Night Schottische, The

Barndance · 4/4 · G major

The Winter Night Schottische is a barndance composed by Henry Kleber in the nineteenth century. Set in 4/4 meter and G major, the piece reflects the lively rhythmic character typical of American popular social dance music of that era. Because broader historical associations for the tune are not well documented, its legacy survives primarily through its preservation in traditional and vernacular American fiddle repertoires.

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