Blackwater, The

Polka · 2/4 · A major

The Blackwater is a traditional 2/4 polka in the key of A major, with its exact geographic origin and composer remaining unrecorded. Played with the brisk tempo and lively bounce characteristic of Irish traditional dance music, it features an upbeat melody well-suited for accompanying sets of dancers. Because historical records for the tune are sparse, musicians typically approach it through modern regional and session repertoires rather than a specific historical association.

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