When Irish Eyes are Smiling

This solo cello version of the lighthearted Irish-American song ‘When Irish Eyes are Smiling’ is enjoyable to play, has a lively arpeggiated variation and a satisfying key change. The original song was first published in 1912 at a time when Ireland was often romanticized. Songs of this type were very popular in America, Australia and Britain. My Irish grandmother, living in Australia, loved this and played it on piano. It suits the cello nicely and is a great piece to perform for Bing Crosby fans! Three pages. Intermediate players.