Wild Mountain Thyme

Barndance · 4/4 · C major

Wild Mountain Thyme is a well-known song and tune often associated with the traditional Scottish and Irish repertoires, though its modern form and melody are credited to the Northern Irish musician Francis McPeake. Set in 4/4 time and structured as a barndance in C major, it possesses a gentle, lilting character that invites smooth phrasing and expressive ornamentation. While its earlier roots remain uncertain and tied to older floating folk verses, McPeake's 20th-century adaptation firmly established the piece as a beloved staple of Celtic folk music worldwide.

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