Regional Styles
Examples include the Sliabh Luachra and Donegal fiddle traditions.
In Irish fiddling there are few known composers, as many tunes have been taught by ear and passed down from one generation to another. Also, many players adjusted tunes to suit their style and taste, so there can be many variations for a particular tune.
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