Hello Temis!

It’s officially October! On this perfectly crisp and wonderful day, we’re celebrating by releasing a special cover of a piece requested by one of our dedicated followers!

This stunning melody is widely known in Korea by the beautiful title, "On a Wonderful Day in October."

✨ The Story Behind the Music: From Spring to Autumn Classic

Many of you may not recognize the Korean title, but the piece itself is an instrumental by the neo-classical duo Secret Garden, originally titled "Serenade to Spring."

It's fascinating! The piece was written as a "Serenade to Spring" by Norwegian composer Rolf Løvland, but a talented Korean lyricist adapted it to perfectly capture the cozy, romantic feel of the autumn season. When it was recorded by the baritone Kim Dong Kyu with the Korean title, it became an instant, beloved Autumn Classic here. With October finally here, the timing is perfect to share this piece!

🎶 Temi Performance Tip: Sheet Music Options

The arrangement used in our new Reel features a position shift in the latter half to achieve the richest tone and full complexity of the original version.

However, don't worry! We've prepared two different versions of the sheet music for your practice:

1. Beginner Version: An arrangement playable entirely in 1st Position (so everyone can join the fun!).

2. Challenger Version: The full version, matching the Reel video, which includes the necessary position shifting.

👉 Check Out the Reel Today!

Enjoy the soothing sound of this Secret Garden melody on the violin, and download your preferred sheet music version from the attached file.

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.

Happy October! 🍂
Best,
Tem

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