Lovin', Touchin', Squeezin': Piano/Vocal/Chords
Lovin', Touchin', Squeezin': Piano/Vocal/Chords
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Lovin', Touchin', Squeezin': Piano/Vocal/Chords

Journey

Item: 00-XS-0000227
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Pianists will delight in this updated songbook, in which the piano/vocal arrangements have been notably improved (compared to older published sheet music renditions) to accurately reflect what was played on the band's original hit recordings. Basic guitar chord grids are also included. (A note-for-note guitar tablature edition is also available; sold separately.) Titles: Only the Young * Don't Stop Believin' * Wheel in the Sky * Faithfully * I'll Be Alright Without You * Any Way You Want It * Ask the Lonely * Who's Crying Now * Separate Ways (Worlds Apart) * Lights * Lovin', Touchin', Squeezin' * Open Arms * Girl Can't Help It * Send Her My Love * Be Good to Yourself.

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Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 84
SKU: 00-XS-0000227

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About the Composer: Neal Schon

Neal Schon founded Journey in 1973 and has served as the band's primary guitarist and keyboardist throughout their career. His compositions defined arena rock in the 1980s, blending progressive rock structures with accessible melodic writing that made Journey one of the best-selling rock bands of all time.

Schon's keyboard work was central to Journey's signature sound. His ability to craft hooks that sit naturally under the piano and synthesizer made these songs equally effective as acoustic arrangements, a quality evident in this collection's updated transcriptions.

Why we love this

These transcriptions restore what listeners actually hear on the recordings. Rather than generic lead sheets, the piano voicings and rhythmic accompaniments reflect Schon's original arrangements, making them both more rewarding to perform and more faithful to the source material. For pianists drawn to rock repertoire, this collection offers 15 hits with genuine musical substance.

What to expect

Soaring, confident, and emotionally direct. These songs move between tender ballads like Open Arms and Faithfully and energetic rockers like Don't Stop Believin'. The arrangements shimmer with the synthesizer textures that defined Journey's sound while remaining playable on acoustic piano.

Who it's for

Pianists and singers working on rock repertoire, whether for solo recitals, singer-pianist duets, or informal performance settings. This collection suits intermediate to advanced pianists comfortable reading chord charts and adapting arrangements for different ensemble configurations.

How to get the most out of it

  • Pay close attention to the chord voicings and inversions; they're written to match the recorded versions, so respecting them keeps the arrangement intact.
  • Balance the vocal line so it sits naturally over the piano texture. These arrangements provide harmonic support, not competition.
  • Use the guitar chord grids as a reference for harmonic rhythm and accents, even if you're playing solo piano. They reveal how the original band structured the accompaniment.
  • Lock in the rhythmic pocket by listening to the original recordings before rehearsal. Journey's grooves are tightly orchestrated, and knowing the drum and bass parts helps anchor your playing.

How to use it

Program individual songs from this collection in recitals featuring rock or contemporary repertoire. Pair several selections for a thematic set, or extract material for a showcase demonstrating how rock compositions translate to piano and voice settings. These pieces work particularly well as encores or in student recitals exploring non-classical genres.

Skills your students will build

  • Interpreting chord voicings from printed notation and grid charts
  • Managing left-hand accompaniment patterns in rock idioms
  • Coordinating piano and vocal lines with appropriate balance and independence
  • Recognizing harmonic rhythm and phrase structure in pop-rock composition

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