Cuckoo's Nest, The

Hornpipe · 4/4 · G major

The Cuckoo's Nest is a traditional English hornpipe in 4/4 time and G major, with its exact composer and precise historical origins remaining uncertain. The tune is characterized by a lively, bouncing rhythm and a playful melodic contour that mimics the bird's call. It is frequently performed in folk sessions and for traditional step dancing, where musicians utilize a bright and articulate bowing or fingering style to accentuate its driving momentum.

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