Volare (Nel blu, dipinto di blu): E-Z Play Today
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Volare (Nel blu, dipinto di blu): E-Z Play Today

As performed by Domenico Modugno

Item: 35-DS00456508
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 3
SKU: 35-DS00456508

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About the Artist: Domenico Modugno

Domenico Modugno (1928–1994) was an Italian singer, songwriter, and actor whose 1958 recording of "Volare" became one of the most globally successful songs of the 20th century. The track topped charts across multiple continents and won the Grammy Award for Record of the Year, introducing millions of listeners to Italian popular music. Modugno's gift for melody and his warm, expressive vocal style made him a fixture in both European and American popular music throughout his career.

Beyond "Volare," Modugno composed and performed extensively in Italian cinema and television, contributing to the soundtracks of numerous films. His work exemplifies the postwar Italian popular song tradition, blending romantic sensibility with accessible, singable melodies that have endured across generations and remain teaching repertoire today.

Why we love this

This E-Z Play version opens "Volare" to pianists who want to capture its unmistakable charm without navigating complex jazz voicings or intricate accompaniment patterns. The simplified arrangement preserves the song's effortless melodic character, making it an ideal choice for teaching students how to project warmth and legibility in a familiar standard.

What to expect

Sunny and unguarded, with an almost conversational ease that invites the listener in. The melody floats naturally over simple harmonies, and the overall effect is one of lightness and joy without a trace of pretense.

Who it's for

Pianists progressing through early intermediate repertoire who want to explore standards in an approachable format. Teachers seeking material for pop, jazz, or musical theater contexts where students benefit from playing recognizable, culturally resonant songs.

How to get the most out of it

  • Resist the urge to rush the tempo; this melody sings best when you give it room to breathe and let listeners absorb each phrase.
  • Shape the melody with subtle dynamic swells at the peak of each phrase, especially the ascending passages that define the song's buoyant character.
  • Keep the accompaniment lightly dancing rather than mechanically steady; a touch of rubato in the left hand mirrors the vocal phrasing and adds authenticity.
  • Balance clarity in the right hand with enough harmonic presence in the left to ground the harmony without cluttering the melody line.

How to use it

Pair this with other internationally known standards in a "Songs That Traveled" or "Timeless Melodies" recital section, or use it as an accessible entry point into teaching American Songbook repertoire alongside jazz and pop arrangements. It works equally well as an end-of-unit performance piece or as a confidence builder for students learning to interpret familiar material with their own musical voice.

Skills your students will build

  • Singing phrasing on a melodic instrument
  • Balancing melody and accompaniment
  • Pedaling for warmth without blurring harmonic clarity
  • Interpreting a straightforward lead sheet arrangement

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