Gan Ainm

Hornpipe · 4/4 · G major

Gan Ainm is an Irish hornpipe in 4/4 time and G major whose title translates from the Irish Gaelic as without name. Because its specific composer and historical origins are not established, the tune circulates widely in traditional sessions as an anonymous instrumental piece. Musicians typically play it with the characteristic dotted rhythms and lively, swinging bounce expected of a traditional dance hornpipe.

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