CGB1043 Sakura

Description

Brenda E. Austin brings us this hauntingly beautiful arrangement of the well known Japanese folksong, Sakura. Singing bell, optional bowed chimes and percussion add to the etherial atmosphere of the piece. Audiences will be transfixed by the enchanting melody, pentatonic scale and non-western sounds.

Voicing:  3, 4 or 5 octaves handbells with finger cymbals, chime tree, suspended cymbal, and optional 3 or 4 octaves handchimes

Tune source: Japanese folksong

Arranger:  Brenda E. Austin

Season: General

Level:  3

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$5.95

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Audio Preview:

CGB1043.mp3

Music Sample:

CGB1043.pdf

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