Flying Magpies, The

Slip jig · 9/8 · A dorian

Composed by Carl Hession, The Flying Magpies is a contemporary Irish slip jig set in the key of A dorian. The tune is characterized by its lively 9/8 meter, requiring a nimble playing style suited to fast-paced traditional dance accompaniment. As a modern composition, it has no deeply rooted historical associations, but it has gained popularity among musicians performing contemporary Irish traditional music.

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