Oikan Ayns Bethlehem

Jig · 6/8 · A minor

Oikan Ayns Bethlehem is a traditional Manx carol that translates from Manx Gaelic as Nightingale in Bethlehem. Set as a spirited jig in 6/8 meter and A minor, it features an engaging rhythmic drive characteristic of Celtic dance tunes. Because its exact historical origins and composer are uncertain, the melody is best defined by its lively yet gentle modal character rather than a specific historical association.

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