[J-Moen]

I was having trouble deciding what type of tune to pick for this month, and wanted something quite a bit different from whats normally done, but still relatively simple.

So - How about a change of pace to a Disney Calypso Tune!!

I'm sure most all of us have heard this song from 'The Little Mermaid' and its definitely got a great rhythm, and a very memorable melody! It was written by Alan Menken who wrote many of the great Disney scores to tons of the other movies. I love the feel and styling here, and the track I've provided provides ample room for soloing, but also keeps a fairly simple foray of chord changes. Really excited to hear everyone's renditions!

Here is the track based off of a great Hal Leonard arrangement and backing.

Under The Sea - Google Drive

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There are tons of instrumental backings out there, most of which feature key changes (from Bb to C like the original), and some in entirely different keys. I hope that everyone will jump in to enjoy this tune with me. I know my wife and daughter will be happy to hear these!

And I've added this to the B&I TOTM Index Here: SOTW Beginners/Intermediates TOTM (Tune of the Month) -...

 

[J-Moen]

Well, Interest may be low with a non jazz standard here, but here's my first stab at this!

https://soundcloud.com/user-805266588%2Fundathec

 

[germanwatches]

Thank you for hosting May. This cool tune reminds me when my children were young (33 years ago). Your take was fun. Bravo.

 

[J-Moen]

Thank you for hosting May. This cool tune reminds me when my children were young (33 years ago). Your take was fun. Bravo.

Thanks! My daughter is 6 months tomorrow, soon she'll be enjoying this movie (it's my wife's favorite).

 

[tisinut]

I found this to be a difficult choice. The calypso is not something i am used to play. This here is my Disney on clarinet...
https://soundcloud.com/johan-michels%2Funder-the-sea

 

[J-Moen]

I found this to be a difficult choice. The calypso is not something i am used to play. This here is my Disney on clarinet...

I thought this was absolutely amazing! Doesn't really sound like you found it difficult, you navigated the head beautifully! Your clarinet sound is absolutely wonderful btw. I also loved your soloing - some great ideas and well flowing. I'm very impressed, thanks for sharing such a great take!

 

[olds1959special]

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[J-Moen]

This song certainly wasn't everyone's cup of tea, sorry about that. Hoping to revive this in the next month with a killer tune.

That said, we need a new Host for the upcoming month! Please send me a PM if you'd like to host for June!

 

[sniklefriz]

I really liked both posted renditions. A lot of fun and very upbeat! I hope to be able to play that well someday

 

[J-Moen]

Thank you! I'm also happy to announce that Billpf will host our tune for B&I TOTM in June!

 

[buddy lee]

Dang I just now saw this, I may take a stab at it later