Mactaquac, The

Reel · 4/4 · D major

The Mactaquac, The is a traditional fiddle reel in 4/4 time and D major whose exact historical origins and composer are not definitively recorded. Characterized by a lively and rhythmic drive typical of Maritime Canadian fiddle music, it is structured to suit rapid, energetic bow work and standard session playing. Because specific historical associations and early manuscript sources for the tune remain undocumented, musicians perform it primarily as a vibrant regional piece within the contemporary tradition.

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