Recorded by: Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh
Written by: Trad. Arr. Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh / Ann Björg Lien
Two local mazurkas which I learned from my father, Francie. The Mazurka originated in Poland but became a very popular dance in London in the 19th century and travelled to Ireland through the English soldiers.
Dhá mhazurka a fuair mé ó m’athair, Francie. Deirtear go dtáinig an damhsa seo ón Phólainn o thús agus go raibh siad mar rinncí coitianta i Londain ag tús an 19ú céad.Tháinig siad go h-Éireann le arm na Breataine.
Mairéad – Hardanger Fiddle
Ann Björg Lien – Hardanger Fiddle