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Ballydesmond Polka No. 1

Part of a repertoire strongly associated with Sliabh Luachra. Keep the two-beat dance pulse buoyant rather than heavy.

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Learning notes

Part of a repertoire strongly associated with Sliabh Luachra. Keep the two-beat dance pulse buoyant rather than heavy.

Practice sequence

  1. Listen to more than one respected version.
  2. Identify the form and repeated phrases.
  3. Learn by ear in short sections.
  4. Play the full tune at a steady, moderate pace.
  5. Record your version and note one musical improvement.

Practice checklist

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