Fairhaired Boy, The

Jig · 6/8 · A major

The Fairhaired Boy is a traditional Irish and Scottish tune of uncertain historical origin that is widely played in the traditional music repertoire. It is a lively jig in six-eight meter and A major, characterized by a bright and bouncy melodic contour well suited for social dancing. Because its exact provenance and early history are not well established, musicians focus on its playful character through rhythmic ornamentation and dynamic phrasing.

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