Booley House, The

Slip jig · 9/8 · D major

The Booley House is a traditional Irish slip jig in nine-eight meter and the key of D major, though its specific composer and exact historical origins remain uncertain. As a slip jig, the tune features a lively, bounding rhythm with a characteristically buoyant and energetic feel that is well suited for solo step dancing. It is commonly performed in traditional sessions with a driving yet flowing style that highlights the galloping cadence inherent in nine-eight time.

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