Workhouse, The

Jig · 6/8 · G major

The jig known as The Workhouse is a traditional-style Irish tune composed by Finian McCluskey in the G major key. Written in 6/8 meter, it is performed with the lively and rhythmic character typical of dance music. Because detailed historical associations for this modern composition are not widely documented, players focus on its engaging melodic phrasing.

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