Composed. 1849

The Rose of Tralee: History, Lyrics, and Score

Composed

177 Years ago

"The pale moon was rising above the green mountain..."

Long before the lights of the Dome or the television cameras, there was the song. Written in the 19th century, “The Rose of Tralee” is a ballad steeped in Irish history, attributed to William Mulchinock and his love for Mary O’Connor.

Theroseoftralee.com is the premier digital archive for this musical masterpiece. Here, musicians, historians, and brides-to-be can discover the true story behind the lyrics, download public domain sheet music for piano and violin, and explore the musical theory of this timeless anthem.

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