Sakura for Solo Euphonium or Solo Tuba

Sakura is a traditional Japanese folk song depicting the coming of spring. Sakura literally translates to “cherry blossom.” These beautiful flowers are celebrated throughout Japan. This song is said to be written sometime between 1600-1800 and is often played on a Japanese instrument, the koto. This arrangement is a theme and variation on this melody and is suited to an advanced high school or collegiate tubist or euphoniumist. 

Lyrics by Tsuge Gen'ichi:

Cherry blossoms, cherry blossoms,
In the March sky,
As far as one can see -
A mist? A cloud?
Their fragrance fills the air.
Come, everybody!
Let's go and see them.

Click here to learn more about the significance of the cherry blossoms in Japan.

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