Shady Acres

Reel · 4/4 · D mixolydian

Shady Acres is a modern reel composed by Jack Guilder in 4/4 meter and the D mixolydian mode. The tune is characterized by an upbeat, driving rhythm typical of contemporary fiddle music that suits lively contra dance accompaniment. Because it is a recently composed piece within the tradition, specific historical associations or older background details are not established.

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