Once I Had A Sweetheart

Mazurka · 3/4 · D mixolydian

Once I Had a Sweetheart is a traditional tune of uncertain historical origin. It is structured as a mazurka in 3/4 meter and is typically played in the D mixolydian mode. Because its exact provenance and historical associations are not well documented, performers focus on its distinctive modal character and rhythmic lilt.

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