Grade: Medium-Advanced
Modeled after the Hawaiian trio of ukulele, guitar, and string bass with three-part vocal harmony, A Short Kanikapila for Brass Quintet is a catchy swing tune put to paper highlighting every instrument of the ensemble. The piece begins with a slow paced groove before kicking into a rambunctious romp with jazz harmonies throughout and an open improv section; the whole piece is meant to evoke the loose lighthearted jam sessions popular in Hawaii. Na Moku Eha, the material of origin, highlights signature flowers and mountain ranges of various Hawaiian islands.
Two versions are provided upon purchase: Original Key (F to G), Alternate Key (Eb to F)
Modeled after the Hawaiian trio of ukulele, guitar, and string bass with three-part vocal harmony, A Short Kanikapila for Brass Quintet is a catchy swing tune put to paper highlighting every instrument of the ensemble. The piece begins with a slow paced groove before kicking into a rambunctious romp with jazz harmonies throughout and an open improv section; the whole piece is meant to evoke the loose lighthearted jam sessions popular in Hawaii. Na Moku Eha, the material of origin, highlights signature flowers and mountain ranges of various Hawaiian islands.
Two versions are provided upon purchase: Original Key (F to G), Alternate Key (Eb to F)
Grade: Medium-Advanced