Swaying waltz chords
Two waltz chords, then a late top note after beat 3 that leans forward. One of the syncopated chord patterns.
How to play it
Find the notes
Put your right hand over a C chord. You need E (thumb, 1), G (index finger, 2) and C (little finger, 5).
Count and play
Count "1 & 2 & 3 &" (say "and" for &). Play E, G and C together on 1 and 2, then C on 3&.
Move it with the chords
When the chord changes to G, the same rhythm moves to the notes of G: B, D and G. Play it slowly over the chord loop above, at 60% speed first, then faster.
Songs that use it
Questions
What is Swaying waltz chords on piano?
Two waltz chords, then a late top note after beat 3 that leans forward. Right-hand chords with off-beat pushes. Musicians call it syncopated chords, 1, 2, 3& (3/4).
Is Swaying waltz chords hard to play?
It is a beginner pattern. Play it with your right hand alone at 60% speed until it feels steady, then add the other hand.
Which songs use Swaying waltz chords?
Edge Of Desire by John Mayer, The Rainbow Connection by Kermit The Frog and Take It To The Limit by Eagles use Swaying waltz chords. The songs on this page all use it in the right hand, the most played first.