Kiss And Say Goodbye: E-Z Play Today

This is a song that students actually want to learn, which makes it invaluable for keeping singers engaged with pop and soul repertoire. The vocal lines sit comfortably for pianists while remaining expressive enough to teach the importance of accompaniment sensitivity to the soloist's phrasing.

Smooth and unhurried, with the emotional warmth of a classic soul ballad. The harmonic language is rich enough to create an intimate atmosphere without demanding virtuosic technical display.

Pianists developing their ability to accompany vocalists in contemporary settings, and singers adding soul and pop standards to their repertoire. This arrangement makes the piece accessible for intermediate players while remaining musically substantial.

• Shape the harmony with attention to the chord changes rather than playing them rhythmically; this piece breathes between harmonic shifts.
• Lock into the groove early by establishing the underlying pocket before adding dynamic variation.
• Balance the left hand texture lightly enough that a vocalist can easily place their cues without drowning out the accompaniment.

Pair this with other soul standards to create a cohesive set that demonstrates the pianistic and vocal techniques of the genre. It works particularly well in a concert celebrating love songs across decades or as a showcase piece for a student pianist accompanying a vocalist.

• Accompanying vocalists with sensitivity to phrasing and breath
• Understanding soul and R&B harmonic progressions
• Balancing texture between melody support and rhythmic foundation
• Interpreting chord charts with stylistic nuance