Coast Of France, The

Hornpipe · 4/4 · D major

The Coast Of France is a traditional hornpipe in four-four meter and the key of D major, though its specific geographic origin and composer remain unknown. Played with the characteristic steady tempo and dotted rhythms of a hornpipe, it is well suited for traditional social dancing and instrumental performance. Because detailed historical associations for the tune are not reliably documented, musicians focus on its lively character and structured phrasing within the broader Anglo-Celtic repertoire.

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