Arthur McBride

Jig · 6/8 · D major

Arthur McBride is a traditional Irish song and anti-recruiting air with a well-established history in both Irish and Scottish folk traditions. Set in a lively 6/8 meter in D major, the tune is characteristically performed as a double jig with a bouncy, narrative-driven rhythmic flow. Because its exact historical origins and composer remain uncertain, musicians typically interpret the piece with an engaging, storytelling lilt that highlights its satirical and defiant lyrical themes.

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