That's The Way (I Like It): E-Z Play Today
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That's The Way (I Like It): E-Z Play Today

As performed by KC & The Sunshine Band

Item: 35-DS01868854
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 3
SKU: 35-DS01868854

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About the Artist: KC & The Sunshine Band

KC & The Sunshine Band emerged from Miami in the 1970s as architects of the disco sound that defined a generation. Led by Harry Wayne Casey, the group crafted infectious grooves that blended soul, funk, and pop sensibilities into irresistible dance records. Their mastery of rhythm section arrangement and hook writing made them one of the era's most commercially successful acts.

For music educators, KC & The Sunshine Band represents a fascinating case study in groove-based composition and the democratization of dance music. Their work demonstrates how strong melodic ideas, tight rhythmic frameworks, and accessible production can reach millions while maintaining genuine musicianship. Students engaging with these arrangements gain insight into how popular music functions at its best: clear, confident, and engineered for maximum engagement.

Why we love this

This arrangement captures the essence of what made the original unstoppable on the dance floor while remaining genuinely playable on acoustic piano. The straightforward harmonic structure and rhythmic clarity make it an excellent vehicle for teaching students how to lock into a groove and maintain pocket, rather than treating rhythm as something to rush through.

What to expect

Infectious and irrepressibly energetic. The groove pulses with optimism and forward momentum, built on the kind of bass line and rhythm section foundation that makes bodies want to move. Even in this piano arrangement, the essence of the original's infectious spirit remains intact.

Who it's for

Piano students at intermediate levels who are ready to explore popular music and groove-based styles beyond classical repertoire. Teachers seeking accessible material that builds rhythmic confidence and introduces students to the mechanics of funk and disco grooves.

How to get the most out of it

  • Keep the left hand mechanical and steady; the groove lives in relentless consistency, not rubato. Even slight rushing will dissolve the pocket.
  • Voice the chord stabs crisply and with precise articulation. The syncopated hits need to land as conversational punctuation, not as random attacks.
  • Lean into the natural call-and-response between melody and accompaniment. This song thrives on clarity and separation between the layers.

How to use it

Pair this with other disco and funk standards to create a popular music unit that students find genuinely exciting. Use it as a bridge between classical technique work and contemporary styles, or feature it in a concert celebrating the 1970s as a particularly rich decade for American music. This arrangement's three-page length makes it manageable for students preparing a mixed repertoire recital.

Skills your students will build

  • Maintaining a steady groove through syncopated accompaniment patterns
  • Balancing rhythmic precision with natural swing and pocket feel
  • Voice leading and chord voicing in funk and disco idioms
  • Reading and executing syncopated rhythmic figures accurately

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