Buona Sera
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E7 A F#m Cdim A
Buona sera, signorina, buona sera
E7 A D9 Cdim E7
It is time to say goodnight to Napoli
D9 E7 D9 Bm7/9 E7
Though it's hard for us to whisper buona sera
D9 Cdim E7 Cdim Bm5-/7 A
With that old moon above the Mediterranean sea
E7 A F#m Cdim A
In the morning signorina we'll go walking
E7 A D9 Cdim A7 D
Where the mountains help the moon come into sight
F#m D9 Dm6 Bm5-/7 A
And by the little jewelry shop we'll stop and linger
Edim E7 D9 Cdim Bm5-/7 A6 A
While I buy a wedding ring for your finger.
E7 A E7 A7 Fdim D
In the meantime let me tell you that I love you
Cdim A F#m E7 D9 E7 A
Buona sera signorina kiss me goodnight
How to play Buona Sera
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is E7. You can transpose without leaving the page.
Can I play it on guitar or keyboard?
Yes. The chord progression works on acoustic guitar, electric guitar and keyboard. Adapt the voicings to your instrument and level.