Broken Bench, The

Reel · 4/4 · D major

The Broken Bench is a traditional Irish reel in four-four time and D major, though its exact geographic origin and composer remain unknown. Characteristic of the genre, it features a lively tempo and an upbeat character well suited for traditional ensemble playing. Without a specific historical association or early manuscript record on file, the tune is best defined by its energetic melodic contours and standard reel structure.

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