Georgia Clay: Piano/Vocal/Chords
Songs That Made the Year!
Item: 00-XS-0000351
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Description
This collection of more than 150 pages of sheet music captures the country "soundtrack" of 2011 to play and sing for a lifetime. Titles: * Country Must Be Country Wide (Brantley Gilbert) * Crazy Girl (Eli Young Band) * Dirt Road Anthem (Jason Aldean) * Family Man (Craig Campbell) * Felt Good on My Lips (Tim McGraw) * Georgia Clay (Josh Kelley) * Give (LeAnn Rimes) * Honey Bee (Blake Shelton) * I Love You This Big (Scotty McCreery) * If I Die Young (The Band Perry) * Just a Kiss (Lady Antebellum) * Let Me Down Easy (Billy Currington) * Love Don't Run (Steve Holy) * My Heart Can't Tell You No (Sara Evans) * My Kinda Party (Jason Aldean) * Need You Now (Lady Antebellum) * She Won't Be Lonely Long (Clay Walker) * Smile (Uncle Kracker) * Temporary Home (Carrie Underwood) * Walk Me Down the Middle (The Band Perry) * We Owned the Night (Lady Antebellum) * Why Wait (Rascal Flatts) * You and Tequila (Kenny Chesney featuring Grace Potter).
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Additional Details
Series:
Sheet Music Playlist
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
160
SKU:
00-XS-0000351
More about this title
About the Composer: Charles Kelley
Charles Kelley is a songwriter and composer who has shaped contemporary country music through his work with major artists and as a recording musician. His contributions span writing, arranging, and performing across Nashville's most successful records of the 2000s and 2010s.
Why we love this
This collection gives pianists and vocalists direct access to the country hits that defined a generation, all in one practical volume. The mix of well-known artists and singable melodies makes it ideal for recitals, coffee house performances, or simply building a contemporary repertoire that resonates with student performers.
What to expect
Honest, heartfelt, and grounded in storytelling. These songs capture the blend of rural imagery and modern emotion that defined 2011 country radio: tales of love, loss, faith, and resilience set to melodies that stick with you long after the final chord.
Who it's for
Pianists and singer-pianists seeking contemporary repertoire with immediate appeal; guitarists who want chord-based material from radio hits; vocalists building a recital program rooted in country styles they know and love.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the vocal melody against the piano part so lyrics stay intelligible; these songs depend on storytelling, so clarity wins over volume.
- Use the chord symbols to guide your harmonic support, especially if you're accompanying a vocalist or adding guitar layers.
- Honor the country rhythmic pocket in these arrangements; songs like "Need You Now" and "Honey Bee" have specific grooves that anchor the character.
- Pay attention to dynamic shifts within verses and choruses; country songs often build emotional intensity through subtle changes rather than sudden jumps.
How to use it
Curate a recital around these songs to create a contemporary country evening, mixing uptempo celebrations with slower emotional pieces. They also work beautifully as showcase material for students auditioning for college music programs or preparing for community performances where country repertoire is valued.
Skills your students will build
- Singing contemporary melodies with clear diction and emotional authenticity
- Reading and interpreting chord symbols for accompaniment
- Understanding country rhythmic conventions and groove-based performance
- Balancing vocal delivery against instrumental support
- Navigating song form typical of radio country (verse, chorus, bridge structures)