It Had to be You: Piano/Vocal/Chords
Tony Bennett
Item: 00-XS-0000489
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This songbook contains sheet music arrangements of every song on Tony Bennett's 2011 album of vocal collaborations with pop music stars like Lady Gaga, Michael Buble, and 15 others. The piano/vocal arrangements match the album's renditions of 17 Great American Songbook standards as interpreted by Bennett and his fellow celebrities, including the famous "Body and Soul" duet recorded with Amy Winehouse just months prior to her passing. Titles: * The Lady Is a Tramp * One for My Baby (And One More for the Road) * Body and Soul * Don't Get Around Much Anymore * Blue Velvet * How Do You Keep the Music Playing? * The Girl I Love * On the Sunny Side of the Street * Who Can I Turn To (When Nobody Needs Me) * Speak Low * This Is All I Ask * Watch What Happens * Stranger in Paradise * The Way You Look Tonight * Yesterday I Heard the Rain * It Had to Be You * When Do The Bells Ring for Me.
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Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
116
SKU:
00-XS-0000489
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About the Composer: Isham Jones
Isham Jones (1894-1956) was a bandleader, composer, and violinist who shaped American popular music during the 1920s and 1930s. His compositions became standards of the Great American Songbook, recorded by generations of artists and remaining central to jazz and popular vocal repertoire today.
Jones led one of the most influential dance orchestras of his era, introducing sophisticated harmonic writing and orchestral arranging techniques that influenced both jazz and Broadway composers. His melodies and chord progressions have endured because they sit naturally for singers and retain emotional depth across countless interpretations.
Why we love this
This collection captures some of the finest interpretations of American standards on record, and the arrangements preserve the intimacy and artistry of Bennett's collaborations. For vocalists and pianists serious about the standard repertoire, having these exact versions in print means you can study how world-class singers approached these timeless melodies and understand the piano writing that supported them.
What to expect
Elegant, conversational, and deeply rooted in swing and jazz tradition. These are standards filtered through a contemporary lens, maintaining their romantic and sophisticated character while feeling fresh and alive.
Who it's for
Singers preparing jazz standards and popular vocal repertoire will find these arrangements invaluable for learning how the melodies sit in the voice and how to balance interpretation with the underlying harmony. Pianists accompanying vocalists can use this resource to understand both the written score and the recorded model, building skill in responsive accompaniment and harmonic awareness.
How to get the most out of it
- Listen through the complete album before rehearsing. The recorded interpretations show phrasing, dynamic shapes, and ensemble balance that sheet music alone cannot convey; this context informs every musical choice you make at the piano or microphone.
- Pay attention to the chord symbols and underlying harmonic movement rather than playing exactly what appears on the page. Standards thrive on personal interpretation, and understanding the harmony gives you freedom to shape the melody freshly while remaining true to the arrangement.
- Treat the piano part as a collaborative voice, not merely accompaniment. The interplay between vocalist and pianist is central to Bennett's approach; lock in rhythmically and respond to the singer's phrasing rather than keeping a rigid tempo.
How to use it
Program individual selections from this collection in recitals focused on American standards or in jazz-inflected vocal showcases. The variety of tempos and moods allows you to build balanced programs, and the prestigious roster of collaborators makes this material attractive for concert promotion and audience interest.
Skills your students will build
- Interpreting jazz phrasing and rhythmic flexibility within a written score
- Reading and playing from chord symbols while maintaining harmonic awareness
- Coordinating vocal line with piano accompaniment in real time
- Understanding how melody interacts with jazz harmony in standards