Carrickfergus
- Fit each triplet into one crotchet beat.
- Keep semiquavers and tied notes precise.
Original: Complete modern 8notes/Digital Tradition verse melody; original C major C4–F5 retained; native alto F major F4–Bb5.
Three triplet quavers take the time of two ordinary quavers: one crotchet beat. Prepare semiquavers and ties through Lesson 29.
Notes Used: C4, D4, E4, F4, G4, A4, B4, C5, D5, E5, F5
Notes Used: F4, G4, A4, Bb4, C5, D5, E5, F5, G5, A5, Bb5
Time Signature: 4/4 · Key: C major
Time Signature: 4/4 · Key: F major
Fingering Review
Complete melody
Practice
Source: 8notes/Digital Tradition, Carrickfergus, CC BY 3.0; adapted for recorder, original pitches.
Performance Goal: Keep triplets even and resolve the final cadence without rushing.