The Folks Who Live On The Hill: Lead Sheet / Fake Book
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The Folks Who Live On The Hill: Lead Sheet / Fake Book

Item: 35-DS00400110
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 1
SKU: 35-DS00400110

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About the Creator: Jerome Kern

Jerome Kern composed over 700 songs across four decades, establishing himself as one of Broadway's foundational voices. His gift lay in crafting melodies that felt both sophisticated and instantly singable, often partnering with lyricist Oscar Hammerstein II to create songs that transcended their original shows and entered the American songbook permanently.

Why we love this

This standard rewards singers who can inhabit a lyrical, conversational melody without relying on vocal pyrotechnics. The lead sheet format lets pianists support vocalists with harmonic sophistication while keeping the focus exactly where it belongs: on the storytelling and the relationship between melody and harmony.

What to expect

Warm, conversational, and deeply human. The song settles into a comfortable groove that feels like someone sharing a quiet observation about life and the people who matter most, underscored by music that is both elegant and approachable.

Who it's for

Vocalists exploring the standard repertoire and pianists building their fake book foundation will find this a natural addition. It works equally well for a jazz vocalist, a classical singer branching into American songbook material, or a student discovering how melody and harmony converse.

How to get the most out of it

  • Shape the opening phrase with a gentle arc; resist the urge to rush the simplicity of the melody, which becomes its greatest strength through patient delivery.
  • Pay attention to the harmonic movement underneath the vocal line. The changes support and color each phrase, so let them breathe rather than merely accompanying.

How to use it

Slot this into a cabaret, American songbook concert, or vocal recital where it can anchor a set of standards. It also serves as an excellent learning tool for students transitioning from classical to jazz or commercial repertoire, since the lead sheet format encourages both harmonic literacy and interpretive independence.

Skills your students will build

  • Reading lead sheet notation and interpreting chord symbols
  • Building a vocal interpretation from melody and harmony rather than a fully arranged score
  • Understanding the relationship between lyrical phrasing and harmonic support
  • Navigating song form and structure in standard Broadway repertoire

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