| 71506 | Aloha 'Oe, Fantasy on |
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| Lili'uokalani, Queen (Arr. Balmages, Brian) |  Score
 mp3 audio
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| Category: String Orchestra |
| Grade: Medium Easy |
| Duration: 4:00 |
| Instrumentation: str=8.8(5).5.5.5,(pf) |
| Comments: Farewell to Thee. |
| Description: This gorgeous fantasy is based on the well-known Hawaiian song Aloha 'Oe, written by Queen Lili'uokalani. Translated as "Farewell to Thee," Fantasy on Aloha 'Oe works extremely well both as a lyrical portion of a program or as a part of an emotional send-off to celebrate graduating students. Brian Balmages has done a masterful job intertwining beautiful harmonic twists in a work that is extremely accessible to younger students, yet sounds mature enough to be enjoyed by more accomplished ensembles. Absolutely stunning. |