Let's Get It On: Lead Sheet / Fake Book
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Let's Get It On: Lead Sheet / Fake Book

As performed by Marvin Gaye

Item: 35-DS00424193
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 2
SKU: 35-DS00424193

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About the Artist: Marvin Gaye

Marvin Gaye (1939-1984) was a vocalist, songwriter, and producer whose influence spans soul, R&B, gospel, and jazz. His work redefined what popular music could express emotionally and politically, moving seamlessly between intimate ballads and socially conscious statements. For music educators, Gaye's catalog offers rich material for exploring vocal jazz interpretation, harmonic sophistication, and the relationship between lyrical content and melodic phrasing.

Gaye's approach to songwriting and arrangement demonstrates how soul and jazz traditions intersect. His recordings showcase masterful use of dynamics, rubato, and tonal color, making them valuable references for students learning to sing or play with genuine expression rather than technical precision alone.

Why we love this

This lead sheet captures one of soul music's most elegant love songs in a format that lets musicians bring their own interpretation to the melody and harmony. The simplicity of the notation actually demands more from the performer—there's nowhere to hide, which makes it ideal for students learning to internalize a song rather than reading dots. It works beautifully whether you're building a jazz combo repertoire, creating a vocal recital with jazz standards, or simply wanting material that sounds sophisticated without requiring advanced technical skills.

What to expect

Warm and unhurried. The melody has a conversational quality, as if the song is meant to be overheard rather than performed. There's tenderness here, but never sentimentality, which is what makes it endure.

Who it's for

Vocalists and instrumentalists working with lead sheets or fake books, particularly those exploring soul and jazz repertoire. This arrangement suits intermediate to advanced players who can handle incomplete notation and want to develop interpretive skills beyond reading symbols.

How to get the most out of it

  • Shape the melody with restraint. The song's power lives in the space between notes, not in vocal or instrumental showiness. Let silence and breath be as important as what you play.
  • Approach the harmony with flexibility rather than strict time. Lead sheets invite rubato and small rhythmic adjustments that make the tune feel intimate rather than mechanical.
  • Experiment with the keyboard voicing. The basic changes can support anything from sparse, rootless comping to lush extended harmonies depending on the context and ensemble size.

How to use it

Consider pairing this with other soul and R&B standards in a jazz voice or combo concert. It also makes a strong solo vehicle for a vocalist in a recital setting, offering contrast if programmed alongside more uptempo material. The two-page format makes it accessible enough for a student instrumental ensemble exploring popular music.

Skills your students will build

  • Interpreting incomplete notation and making harmonic choices
  • Controlling dynamics and phrasing in a ballad context
  • Developing rubato and rhythmic flexibility
  • Understanding the relationship between melody and implied harmony
  • Singing or playing with emotional authenticity rather than technical display

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