Songbook: Keyboard

You Are My Sunshine

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About this resource

In this Songbook resource you will learn how to:

  • Play You Are My Sunshine
  • Follow the Songbook Keyboard video (using the chords C, G and F)
  • Using your instrument, rehearse and perform individually or as a whole class ensemble
  • Play rhythms patterns whilst following the video

You will need to:

  • Make sure you are familiar with the chords used in this resource

Chord Recap: You Are My Sunshine

  • Use the Chord Recap prompt to find the right notes or chord on the instrument you are playing.

You Are My Sunshine – Chords

DOWNLOAD: You Are My Sunshine (Keyboard Chord Sheet)

Chords Using Inversions

If you’re struggling with the chords as they are, try using these inversions with alternative fingerings on keys, as they require less movement from your fingers. Download the inversions chord sheet below.

DOWNLOAD: You Are My Sunshine (Keyboard Inversions)

Songbook Keyboard: You Are My Sunshine

You Are My Sunshine - Full Track

  • The video contains keyboard cues with lyrics that change with the song and suggested rhythms in a box using 1+2+3+4 notation throughout the song.
  • Follow your lines and play along with the song using the backing track to help keep in time.

You Are My Sunshine - Instrumental

  • The video contains keyboard cues with lyrics that change with the song and suggested rhythms in a box using 1+2+3+4 notation throughout the song.
  • Follow your lines and play along with the song using the backing track to help keep in time.
  • You may decide to perform the vocal parts alongside the instrumental parts.

Key Learning and Vocabulary - Overview

Check your musical understanding of the following:

  • How to play You Are My Sunshine using the chords of C, G and F
  • Rhythm patterns using crotchets & quavers
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