My Funny Valentine

by Richard Rodgers · Piano arrangement

My Funny Valentine

Richard Rodgers, arr. Phillip Keveren

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1:09

2 versions of this piece. This one: Rewritten for piano by another musician.

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About My Funny Valentine (Piano arrangement)

Piano sheet music for My Funny Valentine (Piano arrangement) by Richard Rodgers, free to view and play along. Grade 3 (Elementary (Grade 3)) piece suitable for students comfortable with basic chords.

"My Funny Valentine (Piano arrangement)" by Richard Rodgers is a grade 3-level piano piece with a duration of approximately 1:09. A Grade 3 piece introducing syncopation, wider hand span, and a broader range of key signatures. A solid step up for developing pianists. This arrangement is ideal for pianists with 2-3 years of experience. Richard Rodgers's composition showcases syncopation and key signatures up to 3 sharps/flats, making it an excellent choice for developing these essential skills.

My Funny Valentine is a classic jazz standard from the musical 'Babes in Arms' by Richard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart. The song explores themes of love and longing, making it a favorite among jazz musicians and vocalists alike. Its poignant lyrics and memorable melody have ensured its lasting popularity.

Is it right for you?

Who it's for

  • Students comfortable with basic chords
  • Pianists with solid two-hand coordination
  • Those ready for syncopation and wider range

Skill level: Grade 3

Level
Elementary (Grade 3)
Experience
2-3 years
Length
1:09

What you'll learn

Technical skills

  • Wider hand span
  • Syncopated rhythms
  • More complex chord shapes
  • Pedal technique
  • Hand independence

Musical concepts

  • Syncopation
  • Key signatures up to 3 sharps/flats
  • Expressive dynamics
  • Phrase shaping and articulation

How long it takes

To learn

2-4 weeks with regular practice

Practice time

20-40 minutes daily

To master

5-8 weeks to performance-ready

Practice tips

  1. Practice syncopated passages slowly and with a metronome
  2. Work on finger independence exercises
  3. Focus on smooth pedal changes
  4. Analyze the piece structure before starting

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