Dwarven Musical Traditions
Dwarven music is largely isometric folk music that centers around call and response. Lyrics are usually about drinking or working, though other topics are covered. Traditional instruments include the harp, the flute, the horn, the drums, and the fiddle. In addition, lyrical lilting is common. Older songs are written in Dwarven, but in the past two hundred years or so, songs written in Common have become increasingly popular.
Dwarven music can be divided into two main categories, often labeled working songs and drinking songs.
Working songs tend to be slower, with a strong, heavy beat. They are primarily written by lower-class laborers and are designed to pass the time while working on mundane or tedious tasks. Some working songs last an hour or more in full, and do not have any accompanying instrumental parts.
Drinking songs are written by performers and are played in taverns and at joyous events. They have a faster tempo and often involve audience participation.
A smaller third category, called keening songs, are songs of lament played exclusively at funeral ceremonies.
Dwarven music can be divided into two main categories, often labeled working songs and drinking songs.
Working songs tend to be slower, with a strong, heavy beat. They are primarily written by lower-class laborers and are designed to pass the time while working on mundane or tedious tasks. Some working songs last an hour or more in full, and do not have any accompanying instrumental parts.
Drinking songs are written by performers and are played in taverns and at joyous events. They have a faster tempo and often involve audience participation.
A smaller third category, called keening songs, are songs of lament played exclusively at funeral ceremonies.
