Highlander's Return

Hornpipe · 4/4 · A major

The Highlander's Return is a traditional hornpipe set in 4/4 time and the key of A major, though its specific geographical origin and exact historical background are not established. As a hornpipe, it features a characteristic buoyant and lively rhythm that naturally encourages spirited dancing and rhythmic foot-tapping. Instrumentalists typically perform this tune with a crisp, articulated style and a swung eighth-note feel to emphasize its driving tempo and dance-oriented phrasing.

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