Gan Ainm

Jig · 6/8 · D major

Gan Ainm is an Irish jig in 6/8 meter and the key of D major, with its exact geographic origin and composer remaining unknown. The title itself translates from Irish Gaelic as nameless, reflecting its transmission as an anonymous traditional tune in the folk repertoire. It is typically played in a lively and rhythmic style suited for social dancing, characterized by the buoyant phrasing and triplet-heavy lilt common to traditional Irish jigs.

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