Cuckoo's Nest, The

Barndance · 4/4 · A dorian

The Cuckoo's Nest is a traditional English tune found in numerous historical manuscripts and printed collections dating back to the late eighteenth century. Written in 4/4 time and set in A dorian, it is frequently played as a lively barndance or hornpipe with a spirited and rhythmic character. Its exact origins and initial composer remain unknown, but the tune has long been a staple of traditional folk dance repertoires across the British Isles.

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