Parting, The

Reel · 4/4 · G major

Composed by the contemporary Irish fiddler and pianist Charlie Lennon, The Parting is a lively reel set in 4/4 time and the key of G major. The tune features an uplifting character and a driving rhythm well-suited to traditional Irish session playing and dancing. Because specific historical associations and exact dates of composition are not widely documented, the tune's enduring popularity rests purely on its engaging melodic craftsmanship.

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