​Mary From Dungloe Banjo / Mandolin Tab

​"Mary from Dungloe" is a popular Irish folk song that tells the story of a man’s deep affection for a young woman named Mary, who hails from the town of Dungloe in County Donegal, Ireland. The song is filled with romantic longing, nostalgia, and a sense of pride in both the woman and her home. It has been recorded by various artists,
Themes and Meaning:

1. Romantic Love and Longing:
   • The song centers around the narrator’s deep affection and love for Mary, a woman from Dungloe. He describes her as beautiful, charming, and gracious, and his longing for her is filled with admiration and romantic adoration.
   • The man expresses his desire to marry Mary, though there is a sense of distance or separation, either physical or emotional, as he reflects on her idealized qualities.
2. Pride in Mary and Dungloe:
   • The song is also a tribute to Mary’s hometown, Dungloe, which is located in County Donegal in Ireland. The town and the people there are celebrated for their beauty, tradition, and hospitality, making Mary a symbol of her beloved community.
   • There’s a sense of pride in both the woman and the place; for the man, Mary represents not only the ideal of feminine beauty but also the best qualities of the Irish countryside and her hometown.
3. The Allure of Ireland:
   • The song reflects a deep connection to Irish roots. It evokes the landscape, scenery, and culture of Ireland, particularly the more remote, picturesque regions like Donegal, which many see as a place of simplicity, peace, and natural beauty. This sets a romantic backdrop to the love story.
   • The lyrics highlight the connection between love and homeland, with the song presenting Dungloe as a place of dreams and memories that are intertwined with the man’s affection for Mary.
4. Hope and Separation:
   • While there’s a strong romantic connection, there’s an underlying sense of separation in the song, either due to physical distance, time, or circumstance. The narrator seems to be looking forward to a time when he will be reunited with Mary. This longing gives the song a wistful and heartfelt quality, suggesting hope for the future.

Musical Style:

• The song is typically played with traditional Irish folk instrumentation, such as guitar, fiddle, accordion, and flute, which adds to its lively, yet reflective atmosphere.
• Its melody is melancholic and romantic, emphasizing the poignant emotions of love, yearning, and pride in one’s heritage.

This is one of them songs that uses a lot of ornamentation, which are basically extra notes put into the song to make it more interesting to play or sing. Some songs you'll get away with not playing them, but I thing this one really needs them extra notes.

​Below is the list of songs [ tabs ] included in the Mandolin ebooks. The price is €7.90 
and I'll email the download links after payment. Standard tuning GDAE, 
You'll receive every song listed below which is around 800 and a mix of folk, ballads, pop and rock.
Now including a free Beatles ebook of songs and another of Irish rebel songs plus Christmas songs and hymns.
Also included is a 500 page ebook of lyrics and chords for the mandolin / tenor banjo in 3 different easy keys.
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