Gong Xi Gong Xi by Derek Hasted Guitar Ensemble - Digital Sheet Music

GONG XI, GONG XI - GUITAR TRIO/LARGE ENSEMBLEFor Classical or Acoustic Guitar - sometimes it's erroneously listed here as Electric Guitar.Derek Hasted writes "This charming piece celebrates the Chinese Lunar New Year. Despite its traditional sound, it was written surprisingly recently - in 1945.The music and words of the song are both by Ge Xin Chen - also described as Chen Gexin - and written under the pen name Qing Yu.My trio arrangement is for novices and those with limited playing experience - the three lines very from almost beginner round to early intermediate. In a large ensemble, the Guitar 2 part can be split between players to make an even easier arrangement.I have arranged more than one verse - each has a slightly different texture - and in between verses there is a little separating section which includes straightforward but effective percussion effects.This piece is especially effective when played near the bridge and bending some of the longer notes to one side.I hope you enjoy this piece!" This is one of a large and growing range of accessible ensembles from experienced arranger Derek Hasted, and is supplied as full score and parts. Derek's website at www.derek-hasted.co.uk/smp lists all his arrangements by title and by "number of instruments", with links to soundclips and sample score.