Penny On The Water

Hornpipe · 4/4 · D major

Penny On The Water is a traditional hornpipe in four-four time and D major, with no verified composer or specific historical associations on record. Because its precise geographic origin and early history remain uncertain, it is best defined by its characteristic bouncy hornpipe rhythm and lively, danceable character. In performance, musicians typically adopt a spirited and rhythmic approach that highlights the traditional phrasing native to standard British and Irish instrumental repertoires.

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