Lady Anne Montgomery (Reel)

I first learned this tune from the playing of Philadelphia musicians Mike Gallagher (Mayo) and Charlie Gaffney (Leitrim); since
this is a common session tune, I'm not saying that this is their version note for note!

Where I have notated two simultaneous notes, those playing fiddle, banjo, or mandolin would play the note in the lower octave,
while those playing flute, whistle, or pipes would play the note in the upper octave.

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!

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