It Had To Be You

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Title: It Had To Be You

Composers: Music by Isham Jones, Lyrics by Gus Kahn (1924)

Piano arrangement by: Zoltan Szigeti (Published by Aura Musica Editions)

Key: G Major

Style: Medium Swing

Difficulty: Intermediate

Includes Chord Symbols: Yes

Pages: 3

A sophisticated, deeply swinging reimagining of the classic 1924 jazz standard composed by Isham Jones and Gus Kahn. This 3-page arrangement opens with a beautiful, atmospheric rubato intro before launching into a quintessential medium swing feel. It features rich chord extensions, tasteful chromatic passing chords, and an active, linear left-hand bass movement that perfectly drives the rhythm forward. Perfect for piano players looking to add an authentic, professional-sounding jazz standard to their repertoire, whether you are playing a cocktail hour, entertaining at a lounge, or simply wanting to bypass basic lead sheets for a fully realized, gig-ready chart.