Interesting Frank.

"It is reasonable to assume that the Irish culture does stem from the Galicia area of Spain and from ancient Celtic cultures as well."

When did this happen then? Roughly?

"But logic suggests that these tunes are a lot older and must have been transmitted from other
cultures."

Any actual evidence of any kind then?

I've had good advice on "Reels, dots and hornpipes" so thanks again

L in C