Leaves of Summer
View chords used in this chart
Riff A:
e |-----0-----0-----0-----0--|
B |---4-----4-----4-----4----|
G |-4-----3-----2-----1------| Repeat 8 times
D |--------------------------|
A |--------------------------|
E |--------------------------|
Riff B:
e |----4---4---4---4-2----4---4---4---2-------
B |-2----2---2---2-----5----2---2---5---5-5-4-
G |-------------------------------------------
D |-------------------------------------------
A |-------------------------------------------
E |-------------------------------------------
-----------------------------------0-4--|
-2-----0-------------2-0---0---2-4------|
---1-----3-1-3---1-3-----3--------------|
-----2---------4------------------------|
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The playing order is
Riff A
Riff B
Riff A
Riff B x2
Riff A
Riff B x2
2nd half of B
(some single tones)
Note:
The timing is quite hard to write down, but listening to the CD should make
it obvious. There are also some embellishments at the end that I've missed.
The lyrics are, as usual, undecipherable, give or take a few "You're the
only thing I've ever loved".
How to play Leaves of Summer
Use the controls above to change the key and text size. Follow the highlighted chords while listening, then practice each section slowly before playing at the original tempo.
What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is A. 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.