“Let It Snow” Jazz Piano Tutorial
Let It Snow is a cheery Christmas song most commonly played in the key of F Major.
The tune follows an AABA form with a 16 bar B section which makes the tune 36 bars long. It’s often played a fast tempos with a syncopated swingin’ feel.
We’re going to start off with a rubato ballad feel in the 1st A Section and then up tempo and move into a swing feel for the 2nd time through. We then reintroduce the ballad feel towards the end of the form to bring the arrangement to a close.
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This is the most beautiful arrangement and performance of “Let it Snow” .. I’ve ever heard of. Another amazing lesson Hayden! Always a treat just to listen and watch the lessons.. the best part is teaching us how to go about the piece along with the superb tips and suggestions. Each time I start to play and learn a new song in PianoGroove – it always feels like I’m opening a new precious gift… 🎄❤️Thank You! 😊
Tina. It is lovely, isn’t it?