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Bobby Womack: The Poet / The Poet II: Piano/Vocal/Chords Book

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Bobby Womack: The Poet / The Poet II: Piano/Vocal/Chords Book

Bobby Womack: The Poet / The Poet II: Piano/Vocal/Chords Book

Bobby Womack

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The consecutive release in the 1980s of The Poet and The Poet II propelled Bobby Womack to the top ranks of soul music majesty. Now, in celebration of Womack's ongoing career and his Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction, this songbook makes sheet music for these landmark albums available to music makers.
Titles:
* American Dream
* Games
* I Wish I Had Someone to Go Home To
* If You Think You're Lonely Now
* It Takes a Lot of Strength to Say Goodbye
* Just My Imagination
* Lay Your Lovin' on Me
* Love Has Finally Come at Last
* Secrets
* So Many Sides of You
* Stand Up
* Surprise, Surprise
* Tell Me Why
* Through the Eyes of a Child
* Trying to Get Over You
* Where Do We Go from Here
* Who's Fooling Who

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Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 84
ISBN10: 0-7390-6026-0
ISBN13: 978-0-7390-6026-1
UPC: 038081355085
SKU: 00-32681

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About the Artist: Bobby Womack

Bobby Womack emerged from the gospel tradition as one of soul music's most gifted vocalists and songwriters, building a career spanning six decades with a voice that conveyed both vulnerability and strength. His work in the 1980s with The Poet and The Poet II established him as a major force in contemporary soul, earning him induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2009 and recognition as a Songwriters Hall of Fame member.

Why we love this

These albums capture Womack at a creative peak when his songwriting and vocal artistry converged on deeply personal material. The arrangements sit comfortably on piano with strong melodic writing that rewards both solo performers and those accompanying singers, making this collection valuable for recital preparation, vocal coaching, and exploring authentic soul repertoire.

What to expect

Intimate, reflective, and grounded in lived experience. These songs inhabit emotional territory from longing and heartbreak to resilience and hope, with melodies that sit naturally in the voice and chord progressions that feel both classic and contemporary.

Who it's for

Vocalists preparing recital repertoire in soul and R&B, pianists developing skill in contemporary choral and vocal accompaniment, and musicians interested in learning authentic arrangements of songs that defined 1980s soul music. This book serves both solo performers and those accompanying singers.

How to get the most out of it

  • Let the lyrics guide your phrasing and dynamics. Womack's delivery is conversational and intimate; avoid overplaying rhythm section patterns that would undercut the emotional directness of the melody.
  • Study the original recordings to hear how Womack handles rubato and space. The piano voicings in this book support lyrical flexibility rather than strict time.
  • Balance the vocal line with chord voicings that complement rather than compete. The piano's role here is partnership, not accompaniment.

How to use it

Feature individual selections in a recital celebrating soul and R&B artistry, or use this collection to introduce vocalists to era-appropriate accompaniment styles. The variety of moods and tempos across these 17 titles makes it easy to program a thematic set around relationships, self-reflection, or the human condition.

Skills your students will build

  • Voicing chord changes in contemporary soul and R&B idioms
  • Accompanying singers with sensitivity to lyrical content and vocal phrasing
  • Reading and interpreting chord symbols within a soul music context
  • Understanding how to support rather than drive a vocal performance
  • Learning from authoritative arrangements of significant popular music

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