Hawk That Swoops On High, The

Waltz · 3/4 · D major

Composed by John MacKay, The Hawk That Swoops On High is a traditional-style Scottish waltz written in D major. Set in a 3/4 meter, the tune possesses a graceful yet uplifting character that lends itself well to fluid fiddle playing. While specific historical associations for the piece are not widely documented, it remains a celebrated example of MacKay's melodic contributions to the waltz repertoire.

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