Ain't We Got Fun? (from By The Light Of The Silvery Moon): E-Z Play Today
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Ain't We Got Fun? (from By The Light Of The Silvery Moon): E-Z Play Today

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 2
SKU: 35-DS00455529

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About the Creator: Richard A. Whiting

Richard A. Whiting composed "Ain't We Got Fun?" in 1921 with lyricist Gus Arnheim, creating one of the era's most enduring popular songs. The piece captures the optimistic spirit of the Jazz Age, becoming a standard that has been recorded and reimagined countless times across decades of popular music.

Whiting's gift for memorable melody and straightforward harmonic structure made his songs ideal vehicles for both professional performers and amateur musicians. His work defined an entire generation of American popular song, blending ragtime influences with the emerging jazz idiom.

Why we love this

This E-Z Play arrangement strips away unnecessary complexity while preserving the song's infectious charm and swinging character. Students get to experience authentic jazz-era repertoire without getting tangled in advanced voicings or technical demands, making it genuinely fun to play while building real stylistic sensibility.

What to expect

"Ain't We Got Fun?" radiates optimism and lighthearted joy, its melody rolling forward with an easy confidence that feels both nostalgic and immediately accessible. The harmonic language sparkles with period charm while remaining unpretentious, inviting players to find their own swing and personality within its compact two pages.

Who it's for

Beginning and early intermediate pianists benefit most from this arrangement, particularly those exploring American standards and jazz-influenced repertoire. It suits students who want to experience authentic popular music from the 1920s without prerequisites in advanced harmony or technique.

How to get the most out of it

  • Keep the tempo bouncy and conversational rather than rigid. The song lives in its swagger, so let small tempo variations breathe naturally across phrases.
  • Lighten the touch on repeated figures; these aren't meant to hammer home but rather bounce like a playful conversation between pianist and listener.
  • Shape the melody with gentle dynamic contours that suggest the lyrical phrasing, even though you're playing an instrumental version.

How to use it

Program this as a casual concert opener or standalone encore that instantly connects with audiences across age ranges. It works equally well in a thematic set exploring early twentieth-century American songwriting or as a palette cleanser between weightier classical works.

Skills your students will build

  • Understanding jazz-influenced harmony and voice leading from the 1920s
  • Playing with stylistic swing and rhythmic buoyancy appropriate to popular music
  • Interpreting melody with shape and character while maintaining steady accompaniment patterns
  • Reading and performing authentic standards repertoire from the American songbook

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