For Every Man There's A Woman: E-Z Play Today

As performed by Leo Robin

Item: 35-DS01915059

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 2
SKU: 35-DS01915059

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About the Artist: Leo Robin

Leo Robin was a prolific American lyricist whose career spanned from the 1920s through the 1970s, making him one of the most recorded songwriters in popular music history. His gift for crafting memorable, singable lyrics paired with sophisticated harmonic sensibilities made him a favorite among composers like Ralph Rainger and Harry Warren. In the classroom, Robin's standards remain essential repertoire for understanding American popular song form, lyric prosody, and the craft of writing for voice.

Why we love this

This arrangement captures the wry sophistication of a classic Robin lyric while keeping the piano part accessible and idiomatic. The two-page format makes it realistic for students to learn quickly, yet the harmonic language demands enough attention that players develop real jazz piano vocabulary.

What to expect

Urbane and knowing, with a slight wink. The music settles into a comfortable groove that feels both casual and carefully crafted, balancing romance with a touch of irony that keeps it from becoming saccharine.

Who it's for

Piano students moving into American songbook territory will find this piece manageable in scope but rich in harmonic content. Performers preparing for jazz or pop vocal accompanying will gain practical experience with the accompaniment patterns that define mid-20th century style.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance the melody line to float above the accompanimental figure; these aren't equal voices. Let the top note sing while keeping the left hand supportive and uncluttered.
  • Shape the phrases according to the lyric's natural breath points rather than strictly at measure lines. This will make the performance feel conversational rather than metronomic.
  • Lean into the jazz voicings with confidence. Clean, well-voiced chords matter more here than speed; play with intention and let silence work for you.

How to use it

Include this in a standards-focused concert showcasing American songbook classics, or use it to complement a vocalist featuring popular music from the golden age of Hollywood. It also works well as a solo piano selection when you want to demonstrate genre fluency without demanding extensive rehearsal time.

Skills your students will build

  • Reading and executing jazz voicings in the left hand
  • Balancing melody and accompaniment textures
  • Interpreting rubato and phrase shaping in popular song
  • Accompanying a vocal line while maintaining harmonic integrity

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