Boy! What Love Has Done To Me!: Lead Sheet
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Boy! What Love Has Done To Me!: Lead Sheet

George and Ira Gershwin

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This is the first "Artist Edition" in our bestselling Just . . . Real Book series. Containing well over 100 songs from George and Ira Gershwin, this is an invaluable resource for all musicians and fans of the Gershwin legacy. As with all books in the Just Real Book series, each arrangement is done to the highest standards. This new edition was produced with the full cooperation and approval of the Gershwin estate. Comb bound.

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Series: Just Real Books Series
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 248
SKU: 00-PSL-000745

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About the Composer: George Gershwin

George Gershwin (1898-1937) bridged classical composition and popular song with unprecedented fluency. His melodic gift and harmonic sophistication shaped American music across concert halls, Broadway theaters, and jazz clubs, influencing generations of composers and arrangers who followed.

Ira Gershwin (1896-1983) was George's lyricist and frequent collaborator, crafting witty, singable, and dramatically apt words that elevated popular song to an art form. Together, the brothers created some of the 20th century's most enduring standards, works that remain central to jazz, musical theater, and American cultural memory.

Why we love this

This collection gives guitarists direct access to one of jazz's most authoritative songbooks without compromise. Each arrangement honors Gershwin's harmonic sophistication and melodic brilliance, making these standards sound as fresh in a jazz context as they do in a recital hall, and the sheer volume of material (over 100 songs) means you'll find new pieces to discover alongside the classics.

What to expect

Gershwin's harmonic language feels urbane and sophisticated, blending blues vocabulary with classical sensibility. These melodies are instantly singable yet harmonically rich, evoking the glamour and energy of early-20th-century American popular music.

Who it's for

Jazz guitarists, students building their standards repertoire, and anyone seeking authoritative lead sheets for Gershwin compositions. This resource serves ensemble players, solo performers, and educators building a comprehensive collection of American jazz classics.

How to get the most out of it

  • Voice the chords with attention to Gershwin's chromatic passing tones and extended harmonies; these aren't simple triads, and they reward careful listening to shell voicings and substitutions.
  • Pay close attention to the form and any repeat signs or section markers; many of these tunes have unexpected turnarounds or bridge modulations that can trip up sight readers.
  • Treat the melody line as a singing voice even when playing instrumental arrangements; Gershwin's melodies have clear lyrical contours that shape phrasing and dynamics.

How to use it

Draw from this collection to build a jazz standards program centered on Gershwin's legacy, or select individual pieces for recitals pairing traditional jazz with contemporary arrangements. The breadth of material makes it ideal for a full performance season or for supporting an advanced ensemble's study of jazz harmony and melody.

Skills your students will build

  • Reading and interpreting jazz chord symbols and lead sheet notation
  • Navigating chromatic harmony and extended jazz voicings
  • Understanding form in popular song (AABA, ABAC, and variations)
  • Developing ear training through melody-centered harmonic listening
  • Building fluency with swing era reharmonization and turnarounds

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