John Riley The Shepherd
John Riley The Shepherd is a traditional Irish reel in four-four time with its exact composer and historical origins remaining uncertain. Played in the key of A dorian, the tune features an energetic character and a lively rhythm well-suited to traditional session playing and dancing. Because specific historical associations and early manuscript records for this setting are not firmly established, its appeal relies entirely on its engaging melodic contour and driving modal framework.
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