About 2 weeks ago at a modest dance series we tried to dance to what was called a 6/8 Hornpipe. It felt more like dancing Playford, but that may have been the dance.
It was difficult hearing the rhythm at the start.

I have since asked an English music player and a French (Eurobal) player and their reaction was "Hornpipes are 4/4, but I suppose you can dot any rhythm"

The accordian player of the duo who chose the tune is a very professional muso, normally plays and teaches French & Balfolk. Classic "can play anything" kind of musician.

Anyone ever come across a 6/8 hornpipe before?