《好想你》 I MiSS U (2017)
As Sung by 四叶草 Joyce Chu | Original Music by Namewee
Approx. Length - 3'40
For Chinese Orchestra
A really cute and sweet little song, this arrangement packs a new punch by using the forces of the Chinese orchestra and is a complete revamp of the acoustic feel of the original song. Watch out for interesting bits of musical cameo appearances, including Pachelbel’s Canon in D, 五月天’s (Mayday)《突然好想你》, and a jazz bridge. Challenge: get the audience to post pictures of your concert on social media and hashtag #IMissYou____(your orchestra name) / #好想你____(your orchestra name) after the performance! An item to create a memorable concert!
Commissioned by the Singapore Management University Chinese Orchestra and music director, maestro Quek Ling Kiong.
Full Instrumentation:
2 Bangdi
2 Qudi
2 Soprano Sheng
2 Alto Sheng
2 Soprano Suona
2 Alto Suona
Yangqin
Liuqin
Pipa
Zhongruan
Daruan
Sanxian (optional)
Triangle
Tambourine
Suspended Cymbal
Drum Set
Glockenspiel
Vibraphone
Timpani
Gaohu
Erhu
Zhonghu
Cello
Double Bass (or E. Bass)
Approximate Difficulty Levels:
Bowed strings (Huqin): ●●○○○
Bowed strings (Cello/Bass): ●●○○○
Plucked strings: ●●●○○
Winds: ●●●○○
Percussion: ●●○○○
Overall: ●●●○○
Remarks:
- Some tricky rhythms in the later part of the piece, but can be simplified if necessary
- Difficulty level for plucked strings will be significantly reduced if chords are played divisi, suitable for students at an elementary level
- Some fast notes required in the winds, and the jazz-inspired bridge may be challenging for young suona players (can be simplified if necessary)
Video:
Singapore Management University Chinese Orchestra (conductor: Heng Xiangle), 2017