All I Want Is You: E-Z Play Today

Simon's catalog offers piano students immediate access to songs they actually want to play. The melodic clarity and harmonic accessibility here make this arrangement ideal for intermediate pianists seeking repertoire that feels contemporary and singable.

Honest and intimate, this song carries the warmth of Simon's signature songwriting voice. The arrangement invites you into a personal moment without demanding technical virtuosity.

Intermediate pianists drawn to folk and pop styles will find this accessible and rewarding. Students preparing auditions or performance portfolios benefit from adding recognizable contemporary material to their repertoire.

• Pay attention to the vocal phrasing in the original recording; let the melody breathe naturally rather than rushing through phrases.
• Keep the left hand accompaniment understated so the right hand melody remains the clear focal point.
• Experiment with dynamics in the verse sections to build anticipation toward the chorus.

Include this in a pop and contemporary music unit to balance classical and traditional material. It works equally well as a solo piano feature or paired with singer performances in a mixed ensemble concert.

• Playing simple accompaniment patterns in various inversions
• Maintaining steady tempo and rhythmic independence between hands
• Interpreting dynamic shaping and phrasing in pop song context
• Sight-reading melody-focused arrangements with minimal distractions