The Battle of Aughrim
Patrick Sarsfield and a combined French and Irish army were routed at the
Battle of Aughrim in July of 1691, in one of the most sigificant battles in
Irish history. Following the battle, and the defeat of at the seige of
Limerick, most of the old Gaelic aristocracy left the country for service in
France in what has been called "the Flight of the Wild Geese".
See Local Ireland:
Significant Events by Century-17th for
more information.
Note: While this sheet music is provided for reference and convenience, I
would take it as a personal favour if you would find a local musician
to teach it to you or a local session where you could hear it played. This
will enable you to learn the phrasing and ornamentation for your instrument
which generally is not notated here. The best way to learn Irish traditional
music is by ear, by listening to and/or learning from a
musician experienced in the genre. At the very least, you will want to
memorize the tune so that this
page would be superfluous. This version is a version that I played at the time
I created this page; it may not be the same as the version I currently play,
and it may not be the same as the version with which you are familiar. Go
raibh maith agat; Thanks!
Dennis' Grab Bag of Tunes