John Doherty's Highland

Barndance · 4/4 · G mixolydian

John Doherty's Highland is a traditional Irish fiddle tune associated with the renowned Donegal fiddler John Doherty, though its exact date of composition is not historically documented. It is typically played in 4/4 meter as a lively highland or barndance, characterized by the distinctive rhythmic drive and ornamented phrasing typical of the northern Irish fiddling tradition. Set in G mixolydian, the tune features a bright and buoyant melodic contour that showcases the characteristic modal flavor of Doherty's repertoire.

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