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Original

Kamehameha. The Great Warrior. William Owens. Grade 2.

Translation

Kamehameha. The Great Warrior. William Owens. Grade 2.

Original

Kamehameha. The Great Warrior. composed by William Owens. 1963-. For concert band. Concert Band. FJH Young Band. Grade 2. Score and set of parts. Duration 2 minutes, 10 seconds. Published by The FJH Music Company Inc. FJ.B1296. This dramatic work was inspired by the legend of Kamehameha, the warrior-king of Hawaii who came to power in the late-18th century. Through his many conquests and great generosity toward subjects, Kamehameha has captured a significant place in Hawaiian h. The brief and powerful introduction represents a bold declaration of war. A faster allegro section suddenly ensues, and is driven by percussion dance rhythms and a haunting woodwind melody. The music slows briefly, as the mighty army prepares for the next campaign. In the final section, the song of war from the introduction returns, as the great king fearlessly leads his army to splendid victory. Energy and boldness of spirit are vital for a successful, gratifying performance. Percussion is the driving force throughout the piece, but must never overplay. Appropriate for middle school and smaller high school groups. Second clarinets usually stay below the break. Parts are written with more independence, and instrumentation increases slightly. There is still adequate doubling in the lower voices. Grades 2 - 2.5.

Translation

Kamehameha. The Great Warrior. composed by William Owens. 1963-. For concert band. Concert Band. FJH Young Band. Grade 2. Score and set of parts. Duration 2 minutes, 10 seconds. Published by The FJH Music Company Inc. FJ.B1296. This dramatic work was inspired by the legend of Kamehameha, the warrior-king of Hawaii who came to power in the late-18th century. Through his many conquests and great generosity toward subjects, Kamehameha has captured a significant place in Hawaiian h. The brief and powerful introduction represents a bold declaration of war. A faster allegro section suddenly ensues, and is driven by percussion dance rhythms and a haunting woodwind melody. The music slows briefly, as the mighty army prepares for the next campaign. In the final section, the song of war from the introduction returns, as the great king fearlessly leads his army to splendid victory. Energy and boldness of spirit are vital for a successful, gratifying performance. Percussion is the driving force throughout the piece, but must never overplay. Appropriate for middle school and smaller high school groups. Second clarinets usually stay below the break. Parts are written with more independence, and instrumentation increases slightly. There is still adequate doubling in the lower voices. Grades 2 - 2.5.