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Expression of Strathspeys

⚡ The Short Version

Strathspeys are defined by the dot-cut rhythm and extra holding on beats 1 and 3. Never play two even eighth notes in a strathspey. Emphasize the dot-cut in every beat.

March in place to internalize strathspey rhythm. Hold beats 1 and 3 slightly longer than beats 2 and 4 to develop proper expression.

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