Publisher's Synopsis
The Hawaiian word polinahe means both "sweet, gentle music" and "narrow waisted." And kukima is the Hawaiian way to pronounce "dulcimer..". What better name for this sweet-voiced, gentle Appalachian folk instrument? This is the first-ever collection of classic Hawaiian & Polynesian music arranged for the Appalachian dulcimer - "Hiilawe," the essential Hawaiian song about an illicit love affair; "Tiare Tahiti," a beautiful Tahitian melody, King Kalakaua's immortal "Sweet Leilehua" - and many more. In standard notation and tablature, with notes on the style, information on the songs, and resources for further study. A CD with all of the music in the book is available separately.
