E-Z Play Today arrangements strip away unnecessary complexity without sacrificing the jazz character that makes this standard feel alive. Three pages is exactly right for students who need a manageable score but still want to experience the harmonic sophistication and rhythmic ease that defines this timeless tune.
What to expect
Warm and conversational. The tune unfolds with the kind of effortless charm that comes from decades of performances in jazz clubs and practice rooms. There's invitation in every phrase, welcoming the player to explore rubato and phrasing choices within a supportive harmonic framework.
Who it's for
Piano students transitioning from classical technique to jazz standards, or any player looking for an accessible entry point into swing-era repertoire. Teachers building jazz literacy will appreciate a score that reads cleanly without oversimplifying the harmonic content.
How to get the most out of it
Let the left hand establish the groove with steady, light accompaniment; the melody should float on top without competing for attention
Experiment with swing eighth notes to bring authentic jazz phrasing to the melody line
Shape phrases by varying touch and dynamic control rather than relying on tempo changes
How to use it
Feature this as a solo during a jazz or standards concert, or pair it with other E-Z Play arrangements for a lighthearted set that celebrates American songbook classics. It works equally well as a sight-reading challenge in a jazz ensemble context or as a confident recital piece for a developing student.
Skills your students will build
Jazz phrasing and swing articulation
Left-hand accompaniment patterns typical of jazz piano
Reading and interpreting chord symbols
Balancing melody and harmony on a single instrument
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