How to Play “Loves Me Like a Rock” on Sheet Music
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Get the sheet music for “Loves Me Like a Rock” and follow along with this step-by-step guide to playing the song on your own.
Introduction
Loves Me Like a Rock is a less popular song written by Paul Simon. It was released in 1973 on the album There Goes Rhymin’ Simon. The song peaked at number 11 on Billboard’s Hot 100 chart and number two on the magazine’s Easy Listening chart. Even though the song was not released as a single, it has been covered by a variety of artists over the years including Aretha Franklin, Joe Cocker, and Linda Ronstadt. The sheet music below is for the original 1973 version of the song.
This guide will show you how to play “Loves Me Like a Rock” on sheet music. We’ll go over some tips on reading sheet music, and then we’ll get into playing the actual song. By the end of this guide, you should be able to sit down at a piano and play “Loves Me Like a Rock” from start to finish!
What you’ll need
To play “Loves Me Like a Rock” on sheet music, you will need a piano or keyboard and a copy of the song’s sheet music. If you do not have a copy of the song’s sheet music, you can find it online or in a music store. Once you have the sheet music, sit down at the piano or keyboard and begin to play.
Step 1 – Choose your instrument
Before you can begin to play “Loves Me Like a Rock” on sheet music, you must first choose the instrument you will be playing. The melody of the song is simple and can be played on a variety of instruments, including piano, guitar, saxophone, and trumpet. If you do not have experience reading sheet music, we recommend choosing the piano or guitar.
Step 2 – Find the sheet music
Before you can play the song, you need to find the sheet music. You can look for it online, or check out your local music store. Once you have the sheet music, you’re ready to move on to the next step.
Step 3 – Learn the melody
To play the melody, you will need to read sheet music. The best way to learn how to read sheet music is to take a few lessons from a music teacher, or at least buy a good “how to read sheet music” book. You can also find some video lessons online.
Once you know how to read sheet music, look at the melody for “Loves Me Like a Rock.” The notes are all in the key of C major, so you will be playing all the notes between C and G. The first note is C, which is played on the third fret of the low E string (the string below the A string). The next note is D, which is played on the fifth fret of the low E string. The next note is E, which is played on the seventh fret of the low E string. And so on.
There are some quarter notes and half notes in the melody, but for the most part it is made up of eighth notes. This means that you will be playing two notes for each beat. To get started, try playing just the steady stream of eighth notes. You can add in the quarter notes and half notes once you get comfortable with the melody.
Step 4 – Learn the chords
In this step, we’ll learn the chords for the song. You can find the chord diagrams in the PDF.
The song starts off with an Em chord. The next chord is a G. Play these two chords together, and then throw in an Em once more. That’s the first section of the song.
The second section starts with a D chord. The next chord is an Em, followed by a G and another Em. That’s it for that section!
The third and final section starts with a G chord. The next chord is an A, followed by a D and then an Em. That’s all there is to it!
Step 5 – Put it all together
Now that you’ve got the hang of the main riff and the chorus, it’s time to put it all together. Start by playing the main riff, then add in the chords for the verse. The song will then go into the chorus. Play through the chorus a few times, then add in the bridge. After that, it’s back to the main riff and verse. Finish up with another round of the chorus and you’re done!
Step 6 – Practice, practice, practice!
Now that you know how to play “Loves Me Like a Rock” on the sheet music, it’s time to practice, practice, practice! The more you play the song, the better you’ll get at reading and playing the sheet music.
Troubleshooting
If you are having trouble reading the notes on the sheet music, try these tips:
– Use a pencil to highlight the notes you are playing. This will help your eyes focus on the right spot.
– Practice slowly at first, and gradually speed up as you get comfortable with the song.
– Take breaks if you start to feel frustrated. Walking away for a few minutes can help clear your head and come back fresh.
– If you still can’t seem to get it, don’t be afraid to ask a friend or family member for help. Sometimes another set of eyes can spot the problem.
Conclusion
To conclude, “Loves Me Like a Rock” is a simple and fun song to play on the piano or any other instrument. It is perfect for beginners and experienced musicians alike. We hope you enjoyed this guide on how to play “Loves Me Like a Rock” on sheet music.
