Ar Eireann Ni Neosainn Ce hl Tin Whistle Sheet Music Notes
Ar Eireann Ni Neosainn Ce hl guitar tab and banjo / mandolin tab included. Recorded by Liam Clancy, The High Kings to name a few. The sheet music time signature is 3/4 .The origins of the song are in Co. Kerry as far as I can make out from my contacts. A few years ago I got talking to Brian Warfield of The Wolfe Tones who recorded a slightly different version of this tune. I asked him where he got the song from and he said a Kerry man gave it to him. He said it was written in Gaelige when he got it but translated into English himself and called it ''For Ireland I'll Not Tell Her Name. As I said the 'tones version of the tune is a bit different than this one. What I do know is that we'll probably never find out who wrote it.
Song Meaning.
"Ar Éirinn Ní Neosfainn Cé Hí" (translated as "For Ireland, I Won’t Tell Who She Is") is a traditional Irish ballad that tells the story of unrequited or secret love. The song is characterized by its poetic language and bittersweet tone, exploring themes of love, loyalty, and discretion. Here’s a breakdown of its meaning:
1. Unspoken Love
"Ar Éirinn Ní Neosfainn Cé Hí" (translated as "For Ireland, I Won’t Tell Who She Is") is a traditional Irish ballad that tells the story of unrequited or secret love. The song is characterized by its poetic language and bittersweet tone, exploring themes of love, loyalty, and discretion. Here’s a breakdown of its meaning:
1. Unspoken Love
- The narrator expresses deep love and admiration for a woman but refuses to reveal her identity, even for the sake of Ireland itself. The title and recurring line, "For Ireland, I won’t tell who she is," emphasize the narrator’s vow to keep the secret out of respect for the woman or to protect his heart.
- The woman’s identity remains shrouded in mystery, which adds a romantic and almost melancholic air to the song. The narrator's discretion could symbolize either the societal pressures of the time or a personal choice to preserve the purity and sanctity of his love.
- While the song captures the narrator’s devotion, it also hints at heartache or longing. The act of withholding her identity may reflect an unattainable or forbidden love, a common theme in many traditional Irish ballads.
- The song reflects traditional Irish storytelling, which often combines themes of romantic love with broader cultural and nationalistic undertones. Some interpretations even suggest that "the woman" could metaphorically represent Ireland itself—a symbol of love and pride that must be protected and cherished.
- The haunting, wistful melody often accompanies performances of this song, enhancing its themes of love and longing. Artists such as Altan and Liam Clancy have popularized the ballad, highlighting its timeless beauty and emotional depth.
- Depending on the performer’s tone and delivery, the song can be interpreted as a tale of romantic love, a story of lost love, or even a tribute to Ireland itself. Its layered meanings and poetic ambiguity make it resonate deeply with listeners.
How To Play Ar Éirinn Ní Neosfainn Cé Hí, using tin whistle tab with lyrics and chords
Ar Eireann Ni Neosainn Ce hl Tin Whistle Sheet Music Notes for a D whistle
Below is the list of sheet music and tin whistle songs that are in my ebooks. This is the largest collection of tin whistle songs ever put together.[over 800 songs ] Including folk, pop and trad tunes plus German And French songs along with Christmas Carols.
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The price of the ebooks is €7.50 . All the songs have lyrics .
All of the sheet music tabs have been made as easy to play as was possible.
The price of the ebooks is €7.50 . All the songs have lyrics .
Ar Eireann Ni Neosainn Ce hl guitar tab fingerstyle
Ar Eireann Ni Neosainn Ce hl guitar tab
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Ar Eireann Ni Neosainn Ce hl Tin Whistle
AR EIREANN NI NEOSFAINN CE HI guitar sheet music in G Major, standard tuning.
