Jack Broke Da Prison Door

Reel · 4/4 · G major

Jack Broke Da Prison Door is a traditional Shetland reel composed by John Gaudie. Set in G major with a 4/4 meter, it features the lively, upbeat character and driving rhythm typical of traditional fiddle music from the region. The tune is traditionally played with brisk bowing styles suited for dancing, though specific historical associations beyond its Shetland roots remain undocumented.

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