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Question 1: French Spelling

In Arbeau's book, Orchesography, he spells the type of dance explained: b-r-a-n-l-e.  However, in many modern sources the word is spelled: b-r-a-n-s-l-e.  Where did the 's' come from?  Why is it still spelled that way?

It has been hypothesized that the spelling 'bransle' was used by Charles I to describe the French dances that started to win out over the Italian dances, in popularity. Click here. (Nicole Salomone 2/17/09)


Question 2: Jig Relations

Is there any relation between Kemp's Jig and Kesh's Jig?