Bottom Of The Punchbowl, The

Reel · 4/4 · D major

The Bottom Of The Punchbowl is a traditional Scottish reel that was published in A Collection of Strathspeys, Reels, &c. for the Pianoforte, Violin, & Violoncello by the Scottish composer and publisher Nathaniel Gow in 1802. Because the exact origins of many such older fiddle tunes are uncertain, the melody is best understood through its lively character, standard 4/4 meter, and bright D major tonality. It is typically played with a brisk, rhythmic bounce that suits traditional Scottish social dancing and fiddling styles.

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