Let Down The Blade

Slide · 12/8 · D mixolydian

Let Down The Blade is a traditional Irish slide set in 12/8 meter and the D mixolydian mode, though its exact geographic origin and composer remain unknown. As a slide, it features a characteristic buoyant and driving rhythm designed to accompany lively foot-tapping dance steps. The tune is typically played with a fluid, rolling style that emphasizes the flowing triplet feel inherent to the genre.

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