It's Just A Matter Of Time: E-Z Play Today

This arrangement captures the unhurried charm of Benton's original without demanding virtuosity from the pianist. The three pages fit neatly into a variety of settings, whether you're building a standards repertoire unit or filling a pop showcase with music that actually rewards careful phrasing.

Warm and unhurried, like a conversation between old friends. The harmonic movement is gentle and predictable in the best way, allowing the melody to carry the emotional weight without strain.

Pianists exploring American popular song and standards will find accessible material that teaches phrasing and restraint. Students developing their interpretive voice benefit from a piece where less is genuinely more.

• Let the melody breathe. Benton's style thrives on space between phrases rather than constant motion, so resist the urge to rush through the quieter moments.
• Balance accompaniment texture so the right hand's vocal line stays prominent. This isn't a piece where the left hand should compete for attention.
• Lean into the vernacular of the era. Think less concert hall, more intimate lounge or living room setting.

Pair this with other mid-century standards for a concert highlighting American songcraft, or use it as an introduction to song interpretation for students ready to move beyond classical forms. It works equally well as a solo feature or accompanying a vocalist.

• Phrasing and rubato in a song context
• Balancing melody and accompaniment texture
• Interpreting vocal style on an instrumental
• Sight reading lead sheet with standard chord changes