That Lucky Old Sun: Piano/Vocal/Chords
That Lucky Old Sun: Piano/Vocal/Chords
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That Lucky Old Sun: Piano/Vocal/Chords

Ray Charles

Item: 00-PS-0013231
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Description
This collectible songbook celebrates the enduring legacy of Ray Charles at the 80th anniversary of his birth. Each sheet music transcription accurately renders his signature piano riffs and solos, and provides lyrics, vocal melodies, and chord changes. Ray Charles had three simple words of advice for achieving success: "Practice, practice, practice." With 28 fun and challenging transcriptions of some of popular music's most enduring standards, this collection gives pianists the opportunity to practice the techniques of the "Genius" himself. Titles: * Ain't That Love * America the Beautiful * Busted * Christmas in My Heart * Come Rain or Come Shine * Crazy Love * Georgia on My Mind * Hallelujah I Love Her So * Here We Go Again * Hit the Road Jack * I Can't Stop Loving You * I've Got a Woman * Let the Good Times Roll * Let's Go Get Stoned * Mary Ann * Mess Around * Night Time Is the Right Time * One Mint Julep * Over the Rainbow * Ruby * Seven Spanish Angels * Sinner's Prayer * That Lucky Old Sun * That Spirit of Christmas * This Little Girl of Mine * Unchain My Heart * What'd I Say * You Don't Know Me.

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Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 180
SKU: 00-PS-0013231

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Why we love this

Ray Charles's piano work demands serious chops, and this collection gives pianists direct access to his most iconic arrangements without the guesswork of transcription. The inclusion of chord changes alongside melody and lyrics opens the door for singers and guitarists to learn these standards through the lens of how the Genius himself voiced them. Twenty-eight songs is a substantial working repertoire for anyone building jazz piano fluency or exploring American songbook classics.

What to expect

Soul meets swing. These arrangements breathe with the warmth and sophistication that made Ray Charles's voice so compelling, translated into keyboard language that balances emotional directness with harmonic complexity. Whether you're playing a rollicking blues romp or a tender ballad, the writing honors both the intimacy of a solo performance and the energy of a full band.

Who it's for

Pianists who want to deepen their understanding of jazz piano voicing and blues accompaniment through the work of one of popular music's most influential interpreters. Singers and guitarists exploring the American songbook will find these transcriptions valuable reference points for interpreting these standards. Music students studying how to arrange pop and jazz standards for multiple instruments and voices.

How to get the most out of it

  • Study the recorded performances alongside these transcriptions to absorb Charles's timing and feel; his rubato is integral to the music, and the written notes alone won't capture the rhythmic sophistication.
  • Pay attention to the left hand voicings and comping patterns, which are often as interesting as the melody. These inform how to accompany yourself or others on these tunes.
  • Tackle the blues numbers first if you're new to Charles's style. Songs like 'Mess Around' and 'What'd I Say' establish the foundational groove that shapes his approach to the entire catalog.
  • Use the chord changes to jam with singers or guitarists in rehearsal. Charles's arrangements are built for interaction between voices and instruments.

How to use it

Feature individual selections in jazz or pops recitals, or build a full program around Charles's songwriting and arranging legacy. These transcriptions work equally well as solo piano recital material or as reference scores for an ensemble performance that includes singing and guitar. Use this collection as a semester-long study of a single artist's approach to standards, rhythm changes, and song interpretation.

Skills your students will build

  • jazz piano voicing and comping techniques
  • reading and interpreting blues chord progressions
  • coordinating melody, harmony, and lyrics across multiple instruments
  • stylistic interpretation of swing and soul phrasing
  • left-hand independence and rhythmic flexibility in accompaniment

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