Salmon's Leap, The

Slip jig · 9/8 · A minor

Composed by master fiddler and guitarist Randal Bays, The Salmon's Leap is a contemporary Irish-style slip jig written in 9/8 meter and set in the key of A minor. The tune features a lively, fluid character and a melodic contour that evokes its aquatic title, making it a favorite among modern practitioners of traditional Irish music. Because it was recently composed, it carries no traditional historical associations, but it has quickly established itself in contemporary session repertoires worldwide.

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