Tin Key, The

Jig · 6/8 · D mixolydian

Composed by Mark Kelly, The Tin Key is a lively jig set in the key of D mixolydian. The tune is structured in a standard 6/8 meter that gives it a characteristic rolling and rhythmic drive suited for traditional ensemble playing. While specific historical associations and the exact date of its composition remain unrecorded, the piece is well established within modern Irish traditional music repertoires.

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