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Tenderness
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C Instrument, C Instruments - Level 5 - Digital Download
SKU: A0.1863754
By George Willson. Composed by George Willson; Jimmy Granström. This edition: pdf, streaming. 21st Century, Film/TV, Jazz, Wedding. Lead Sheet / Fake Book. 4 pages. George Willson #1423255. Published by George Willson (A0.1863754).Elevate your repertoire with "Tenderness," a smooth, mid-tempo contemporary ballad that explores the delicate balance of a blossoming romance. Moving away from the typical high-drama love song, this track focuses on the power of the "subtle touch" and the "gentle word," making it a refreshing and relatable addition to any performance set. The arrangement perfectly mirrors the lyrics' intimate setting—sparkling wine, soft light, and the quiet electricity of a seventh date. It avoids the clichés of wild desire to highlight a more "complete" love, one defined by patience and a deep, soul-level connection.
Why This Song Stands Out:
Nuanced Storytelling: Tackles the often-overlooked moment in a relationship where physical chemistry meets emotional respect.
Elegant Musicality: Features a sophisticated, melodic flow that allows for expressive phrasing and a warm, inviting vocal delivery.
A Universal Message: The bridge—"Love is more than nights of fire"—serves as a poignant reminder that true intimacy is found in the quietest moments.
Perfect for a lounge set, a romantic showcase, or as a centerpiece for a wedding or anniversary event, "Tenderness" is a masterclass in musical restraint and emotional depth. It’s an invitation to slow down and appreciate the beauty of a "soft night."
What is a “performance lead sheet”? A performance lead sheet streamlines chords, melody, and lyrics into a single continuous layout for tablets, eliminating repeats, D.S.’s, and codas so performers can simply page forward through the entire song. Each section—verse, chorus, bridge, and so on—is clearly labeled with rehearsal markers for quick navigation. The only repeats are self-contained vamps, kept on a single page to avoid page-turning backward. The goal is to make performing easier by presenting the song in its complete, best-known form so musicians can focus on playing rather than remembering forms or tricky sections. I originally created these for my own cover band, and they’ve made last-minute additions far more manageable. I hope they help you, too.
This product was created by a member of ArrangeMe, Hal Leonard's global self-publishing community of independent composers, arrangers, and songwriters. ArrangeMe allows for the publication of unique arrangements of both popular titles and original compositions from a wide variety of voices and backgrounds.
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