This book contains 250 pieces of traditional folk music. It includes every variety found in Irish music and is divided into categories such as reels, marches, jigs, flings, hornpipes, airs and polkas. You'll find a series of pieces by the famous Irish harp player Turlough O'Carolan as well as the melodies of many well-known folk songs. The selection is a representative cross section of traditional dances, harp compositions and songs from the distinctive Irish Ballad tradition.