Gigue Des Touristes

Jig · 6/8 · D major

Gigue des touristes is a traditional French-Canadian jig set in the key of D major. Driven by a lively 6/8 meter, the tune features the bright, energetic character and rhythmic bounce typical of traditional fiddle repertoire. Because specific historical associations and composer details for this piece are not well documented, performers generally approach it with the brisk, ornamented style common to Québécois folk music.

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