HOW TO FIND THE RIGHT CHORDS TO A SONG; "Moon River", Jazz Piano Tutorial
How To Find The Right Chords To A Song. Step by step lesson on harmonizing a simple song. Basic rules then applied to a more complex song, showing how a diatonic (C scale) melody has been harmonized by composer. Shows theory of chord progression.
Song is Moon River, by Henry Mancini and Johnny Mercer. Also shows re-harmonization. Go to website for free PDF score and to view Jazz Piano Book. https://www.kenthewitt.com/
Intro and exit music by KH from recording: "Little Town By The Sea". (NOTE: score typo corrections: Meas. 5- last bass note in Left Hand is Cb. Meas. 12- last bass note in Left Hand is Bb)