Although this tune is commonly thought of as Irish, it is actually a Metis tune that is often credited to mid-twentieth century Manitoba fiddler and composer Andy deJarlis. Whether he also wrote it is unknown.
This reel is a Shetland adaptation of the Irish hornpipe King of the Faeries. It was recorded in the 1950's by Shetland fiddler John Scollay, with his brother Peter on guitar. Scollay is a Shetland name of Norse origin.