This collection of fifty songs comes from the popular era of Hawaiian music in the first half of the twentieth century. These songs were written primarily by recognized writers and arranged by well-known Hawaiian musicians Henry Allen with some original songs written by Allen himself.
These songs tell of the beauty of each island and the overpowering bond between land and sea that is reflected in the joining of sun, moon and sky. Entertainers of all skill levels will find this selection of sheet music an invaluable source for the piano, guitar, `ukulele, Hawaiian steel guitar, and voice. Some of the songs included are:
Blue Hawaii
My Hawaiian Song of Love
Hanalei Moon
Na Lei O Hawai`i
Tiare, Lovely Flower
Mele Kalikimaka
Each song is written in the key of C and there are chord structures in the back for the `ukulele and the piano.
No other book contains such a wide selection of favorite Hawaiian songs that can be played by such a wide array of insturments. Regardless which instrument these songs sing through, the beauty of Hawai`i’s music is sure to resonate with all music-lovers.
Author: Henry Allen