Shalom Chaverim (שלום חברים) is a traditional Hebrew song arranged for guitar trio. It's spirited and fast paced and, although in the minor mode, is celebratory in mood and message.
Until We Meet Again | Peter Kun Frary
Shalom Musings
The Hebrew word, Shalom (שָׁלוֹם), means hello, goodbye, and peace in popular use. It also carries deeper meanings of harmony, completeness, prosperity, and tranquility. Chaverim (חברים) means friends. Thus, Shalom Chaverim proclaims "peace be with you my friends."
The lyrics for Shalom Chaverim are brief but repeat over and over:
Shalom my friends, shalom my friends
Till we meet again, till we meet again
Shalom, shalom
Study Tips
Like prior ensembles, the guitar 1 part of Shalom Chaverim uses notes in the fifth position. If you're unfamiliar with the fifth position, review the New Notes section several pages back.
New Note
There is a new note in Shalom Chaverim, a high D on the tenth fret of the first string:
D Note | Located on the tenth fret of the first string
The D is the highest note of the melody, and best fingered with the 4th finger (pinkie) of the left hand. Shifting back and forth from first to the fifth position and higher will be challenging so plan on extra time in the practice room before ensemble rehearsals.
Since Shalom Chaverim only has only one chord (Dm), I went hog wild—for a guitar player—and played a lot of small percussion in the recording.
Listen to the Track
Before practicing, study the audio track and absorb the feel of the piece.
Shalom Musings
Study Tips
New Note
Listen to the Track
