This Love: E-Z Play Today
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This Love: E-Z Play Today

As performed by Maroon 5

Item: 35-DS00458866
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 4
SKU: 35-DS00458866

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About the Artist: Maroon 5

Maroon 5 emerged in the early 2000s as one of pop music's most consistent hit makers, blending funk grooves with contemporary pop sensibilities. Their ability to craft memorable melodies over rhythmically engaging arrangements has made their catalog a staple of modern popular music.

For music students, Maroon 5's work offers accessible entry points into understanding how contemporary songwriting uses harmonic simplicity to support strong melodic hooks. Their production choices highlight the relationship between rhythm section and vocal line, making their songs valuable teaching tools for learning how pop music is constructed.

Why we love this

Students connect immediately with this track, which means less time fighting resistance and more time actually making music. The E-Z Play format delivers a straightforward arrangement that captures the song's essential character without oversimplifying it into boredom.

What to expect

Contemporary pop energy captured in a format that doesn't overwhelm newer players. The song maintains its infectious groove and clean harmonic structure across four pages, feeling both modern and musically coherent.

Who it's for

Students hungry for music that exists outside the classical tradition gain repertoire that feels relevant to their lives. Teachers seeking accessible popular material that doesn't condescend to learners will find this useful for maintaining engagement while building fundamental skills.

How to get the most out of it

  • Keep the left hand groove steady and intentional; the pocket matters more than perfection, so lock into the subdivision early and maintain it through phrase changes.
  • Balance the vocal melody so it floats above the accompaniment rather than competing with it. This requires restraint in the right hand when supporting vocals.
  • Mark the dynamics indicated in the score; contemporary pop often relies on dynamic contrast to maintain listener engagement across a song's repetitive structure.
  • If using the recorded accompaniment, start your practice with it before removing it. This trains your ear to recognize harmonic landmarks in the arrangement.

How to use it

Slot this into a casual recital or student showcase where you want to showcase contemporary repertoire alongside classical selections. It works equally well as a reward for completing a longer classical piece or as part of a pop music study unit exploring modern songwriting.

Skills your students will build

  • Reading chord-based notation and realizing it through left-hand accompaniment patterns
  • Maintaining rhythmic consistency in funk-influenced grooves
  • Balancing melody and accompaniment in contemporary pop contexts
  • Responding to dynamic markings in popular music arrangements
  • Recognizing and performing repeated harmonic structures

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