Pass Of The Dolphin, The

Jig · 6/8 · D mixolydian

The Pass of The Dolphin, The is a traditional jig in 6/8 meter with its exact historical origin and composer currently unrecorded. The tune is set in the D mixolydian mode, giving it a characteristic modal quality that distinguishes it from standard major-key dance music. Because specific historical associations and regional roots are not established for this melody, players typically approach it with the lively, rhythmic articulation standard for traditional Irish and Celtic jigs.

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