On The Sunny Side Of The Street: Piano Vocal
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On The Sunny Side Of The Street: Piano Vocal

As performed by Steve Tyrell / As performed by Dorothy Fields

Item: 35-DS00127617
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 4
SKU: 35-DS00127617

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About the Artist: Steve Tyrell

Steve Tyrell is an accomplished vocalist and interpreter of American standards who has built a career on bringing fresh vitality to classic songs. His approach to jazz and Broadway repertoire emphasizes lyrical clarity and emotional authenticity, making him a natural choice for musicians seeking authoritative vocal arrangements of timeless material.

Why we love this

This arrangement captures the essential charm of a song that defines the Great American Songbook without requiring a vocalist to stretch into uncomfortable territory. The piano voicings sit naturally under the voice, allowing the lyrics and melody to breathe while maintaining enough harmonic interest to keep accompanists engaged.

What to expect

Optimistic and unhurried, with the gentle sophistication of a song meant to be savored rather than rushed. The melody floats over walking harmonies that feel both familiar and subtly sophisticated, evoking a midday breeze and the contentment of uncomplicated joy.

Who it's for

This is ideal for intermediate to advanced vocalists comfortable with swing phrasing and jazz idiom, as well as pianists developing their facility with jazz comping and voicings. Voice students benefit from the song's singable tessitura and the natural language of its lyric setting.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance the vocal line so it sits just ahead of the piano; these 1920s melodies work best when the words land clearly without the accompaniment competing for attention.
  • Shape the phrase "on the sunny side" with a gentle lift in the middle register, letting the resolution land softly rather than pushed.
  • Keep the accompaniment's rhythmic feel relaxed and conversational; this song thrives on naturalness rather than strict metronomic precision.
  • Explore the jazz-inflected chord extensions in the piano part to color the harmonic movement without overshadowing the vocal melody.

How to use it

Pair this with other classic standards to create a retrospective of American songwriting, or feature it as a palate cleanser in a concert program mixing genres. The intimate four-page format makes it approachable for spring recitals or studio class performances.

Skills your students will build

  • swing phrasing and rhythmic flexibility in jazz idiom
  • interpreting jazz harmony and chord extensions at the piano
  • vocal line independence from accompaniment
  • lyrical diction and natural text setting in English
  • reading lead-sheet style notation with figured harmony

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