Howie MacDonald's

Reel · 4/4 · G major

Composed in G major in 4/4 meter by Cape Breton fiddler Kinnon Beaton, Howie MacDonald's is a lively modern reel named in honor of fellow Cape Breton musician Howie MacDonald. The tune is traditionally performed in a driving, rhythmic Cape Breton fiddle style characterized by upbeat phrasing and vigorous bowing suited for dancing. While its specific historical association is limited to the vibrant Scottish-derived fiddling community of Nova Scotia, it has become a popular standard in contemporary Celtic sessions.

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