Gan Ainm

Slide · 12/8 · D major

Gan Ainm is an Irish slide of uncertain historical origin and no verified composer, its title simply translating from the Irish Gaelic as "no name." Set in D major with a lively 12/8 meter, the tune is traditionally played at a brisk tempo to accommodate fast-moving slip jig dancing. Because its exact provenance has been lost to time, it survives as a widely shared staple among traditional musicians who pass it on by ear.

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