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Princess Royal sheet music

Princess Royal sheet music is listed here in three scores attributed to Turlough O'Carolan (1670–1738). The versions differ in opening key, time signature, tempo and length, so comparing those details is the most reliable way to choose a score.

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Comparing the three scores

The Princess Royal scores attributed to Turlough O'Carolan do not present identical details. One score opens in E minor with one sharp and 2/2, another in G major with one sharp and 2/2, and the third has no sharps or flats and is in 4/4. Tempo is shown for two scores, at 140 BPM and 120 BPM, while listed durations run from about 1:20 to 2:42. These are score-specific details, not evidence of a definitive version.

Choosing by key and metre

Opening key and time signature are the most practical comparison points for a player. They affect reading comfort, fingering patterns and how easily a score fits with other players. Match the listed key and metre to your instrument or ensemble, but check the score itself: two listings carry a one-sharp signature yet are described as E minor and G major.

Attribution and evidence limits

Treat these as attributed scores rather than verified original texts. The listings should not be used to assert a definitive key, performing length or arrangement type for Princess Royal.

Tempo and duration in context

The listed tempos and durations describe individual scores, not a fixed performing tradition. One 2/2 score has a tempo of 140 BPM, the 4/4 score has 120 BPM, and the remaining 2/2 score has no tempo shown. Durations should be compared with care because they may reflect notation and tempo choices rather than different versions of the music.

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Common questions

Who is Princess Royal attributed to?

Princess Royal is attributed in these listings to Turlough O'Carolan (1670–1738).

What keys and time signatures do the listed Princess Royal scores use?

The three Princess Royal scores open in E minor with one sharp in 2/2, G major with one sharp in 2/2, and a key with no sharps or flats in 4/4. These are opening signatures and metres for individual scores, not proof of a single definitive version.

What does a one-sharp key signature mean in these scores?

A one-sharp signature appears in two Princess Royal scores, but the listings describe one as E minor and the other as G major. The signature alone does not establish the tonal centre, so check the score rather than treating the two as equivalent.

How do tempo and duration differ among the Princess Royal scores?

Listed Princess Royal tempos are 140 BPM for one 2/2 score and 120 BPM for the 4/4 score; the other 2/2 score has no tempo shown. Listed durations are about 2:17, 1:20 and 2:42, so the scores are not identical in length.

How can a player choose among the Princess Royal scores?

A player can compare opening key and time signature first, because those details affect reading comfort, fingering and ensemble fit. The listings offer E minor in 2/2, G major in 2/2 and a no-sharps-or-flats key in 4/4; the score itself should be checked before assuming a particular arrangement or difficulty.

Is the original instrumentation of Princess Royal known from the supplied material?

The listings are attributed to O'Carolan, but that does not establish an authorised instrument, ensemble or original performing medium.