Bring It on Home: Piano/Vocal/Chords
Item: 00-PSP-000385
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More than 200 pages of music and 33 songs including Amarillo Sky (Jason Aldean) * Anyway (Martina McBride) * As If (Sara Evans) * Because of You (Reba McEntire and Kelly Clarkson) * Don't Blink (Kenny Chesney) * If You're Reading This (Tim McGraw) * Lost (Faith Hill) * Lost in This Moment (Big & Rich) * More (Rockie Lynn) * More Than a Memory (Garth Brooks) * Proud of the House We Built (Brooks & Dunn) * So Small (Carrie Underwood) * A Woman's Love.. . . . (Alan Jackson) * You Never Take Me Dancing (Travis Tritt) and more.
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About the Artist: Little Big Town
Little Big Town emerged from Nashville in the early 2000s and quickly established themselves as one of country music's most distinctive vocal groups. Known for their tight harmonies, sophisticated arrangements, and willingness to blend traditional country with pop sensibilities, the group has earned multiple Grammy Awards and Academy of Country Music Awards while maintaining a devoted following.
Why we love this
This collection captures a pivotal moment in country music's mainstream evolution, featuring songs that defined radio and concerts in 2007. The roster spans powerhouse vocalists and iconic duets, making it accessible for singers at different levels while offering pianists rich harmonic textures and varied accompaniment styles that keep the arranging work engaging.
What to expect
This collection captures the warmth and narrative depth that defined country radio in the mid-2000s. Songs range from intimate ballads steeped in storytelling to uptempo celebration anthems, all arranged with the harmonic sophistication that appeals to both traditional country listeners and those drawn to the genre's crossover appeal.
Who it's for
Pianists and singers who want to perform current country hits in recitals, lesson studios, or casual settings will find this collection indispensable. It works equally well for soloists building a contemporary repertoire and for vocal students learning to navigate the stylistic demands of modern country music.
How to get the most out of it
- Study the recordings of these hits before rehearsing; the vocal phrasing and rhythmic nuances in country singing often differ from notation and demand ear training alongside reading.
- Pay attention to chord voicings in the piano part, as many of these arrangements use upper extensions and jazz-influenced harmonies that shape the contemporary country sound.
- Balance the vocal melody against the piano accompaniment carefully; these songs rely on the interplay between singer and instrument rather than the piano simply supporting from behind.
How to use it
Feature individual songs in student recitals throughout the year; the variety ensures you can match songs to different skill levels and voice types. The collection also works beautifully for community performances or informal concerts where contemporary country repertoire connects with audiences seeking songs they know and love.
Skills your students will build
- Interpreting country vocal phrasing and stylistic ornamentation
- Reading piano accompaniments with jazz-influenced chord voicings
- Balancing melody and accompaniment as equal musical partners
- Sight-reading extended harmonic progressions common to contemporary country arrangements