Hickleton Head, The

Hornpipe · 4/4 · G major

The traditional English hornpipe known as The Hickleton Head is a lively instrumental tune set in the key of G major with a standard 4/4 meter. Its exact historical origin and original composer are not documented, so it is preserved primarily through the standard traditional fiddle and folk repertoire. The melody is typically played in a driving, rhythmic style that suits the traditional English social dance context of the hornpipe.

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