Nighean Dubh Alasdair

Strathspey · 4/4 · A mixolydian

Nighean Dubh Alasdair is a traditional Scottish strathspey of uncertain historical origin with no verified composer attribution. Played in 4/4 meter within the A Mixolydian mode, the tune features the characteristic dotted rhythms and robust character typical of traditional Highland dance music. Because detailed historical associations and early manuscript sources for this specific setting are not well established, musicians focus on its lively tempo and idiomatic fiddle phrasing.

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