Hey everyone,

You know those pieces that feel less like a song and more like a gentle memory? That's how I feel about Joe Hisaishi's "Hanabi." It’s from a movie that’s not as well-known as some of his other Ghibli scores, but its beauty is just as profound. The song has this delicate, understated sadness—a feeling of things ending, but with a quiet, lingering warmth.

It's been one of my favorite songs for a while, so when one of you requested it, I was all in. I wanted to capture that fragile, emotional core on the violin. The melody is simple, almost like a whisper, and it really lets you focus on making each note count. You can hear the story in the music without needing any fancy techniques.

I've put together a tutorial video and sheet music for it. It's arranged so you can play the whole piece in first position, letting you focus on the story behind the notes. It's a great way to practice expressing emotion through your playing.

By the way, if you’re still getting comfortable with first position, the temitton non-adhesive violin 1st position finger guide is a game changer. It’s a great way to build muscle memory without the hassle of stickers. And if you’re looking for a simple but effective method book, my String by String guide gets straight to the core of what you need to know to make a beautiful sound. For a bit more fun, grab a friend and try some of the Hohmann violin duet practice pieces—they're perfect for developing your ear and learning to play with others.

Hope you enjoy it as much as I do.

Talk soon, SeMi

Limited Time Free Sheet Music Alert!

This is important! The sheet music for this special Halloween piece is currently available for FREE in the Mighty Networks Community's Sheet Music Space.

You have only 7 days to download it. After that, it will become a paid piece. Go download your copy right now and start playing this unique rag before time runs out!