Huayno is a popular style of music found in several of the Andean countries of South America, notably Peru, Bolivia and Chile. It is particularly sung, danced and performed by the ethnic Quechua people. Originally melodically-led by panpipes and flute, in post-colonial times this music has seeped more and more into the brass band tradition. Tonear means to party.
Part of a collection of thirty original compositions and arrangements entitled Ba-Da-Boom Brass.
Inspired by the heritage and culture of world and historical brass-related styles.
We hope this repertoire will prompt a growing inquisitiveness for brass players of all ages and styles and was created with a brass club or gathering in mind.
Set at a moderate / training band standard, these pieces can be played by a flexi group of mixed brass instruments plus assorted optional percussion.
A minimum of 4 brass players is necessary, but the maximum is limitless.
All 4 brass voices have occasional divisi passages; in these instances more texture and harmonic colour is added.
In the instance of using just four brass players, playing just the top part in each case will provide a cohesive performance.
