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Lazy River

Hoagy Carmichael verified
Key: F
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Song Fundamentals
Key F (F Major)
Tempo / BPM Tempo: Not available
Tuning Standard
Time Signature 4/4
Difficulty Level Advanced
Capo Position Capo Fret 5
Chord Count 11 Unique Chords
Genre Alley
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Lazy River by Hoagy Carmichael is played in the key of F. Progresi ini menciptakan pergerakan harmoni alami: F (I) sebagai Tonic (Pusat Nada/Stabil), diikuti Bb (IV) sebagai Subdominant (Gerak Maju/Tensi Sedang), diikuti C7 (V) sebagai Dominant (Tensi Kuat Menuju Tonic).
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Guitarist Playing Guide & Pedagogical Tips

Theory Guide

Guitar playing guide for Lazy River by Hoagy Carmichael: sounding in F (Capo Fret 5, shape C) at 92 BPM (4/4) featuring beginner-friendly strumming ('↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑').

  • check_circle Key & Tempo: Sounding in F (Capo on Fret 5 (played in C shape)) at 92 BPM in 4/4 time signature.
  • check_circle Voicing & Barre Bypass: Contains barre shapes (F, Bb) with open cowboy substitutions (Fmaj7 or 4-string small F (xx3211), Bbmaj7 or open A shape with capo) to eliminate finger fatigue.
  • check_circle Critical Transition: Transition from F to A7 requires anchoring index or ring finger as a stable pivot.
  • check_circle Strumming Pattern: Master '↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑' by starting at 66 BPM before accelerating to studio 92 BPM.

account_tree Chord Progression Analysis

Harmonic Progression
Progression Pattern (Roman Numerals)
I – III – IV – VI – ♭VI – V – II – ♭III – ii – I – ♯iv°
Song chords:
star Primary Chords (Song Foundation)
F A7 Bb D7

Chords that repeat most frequently throughout the verse and chorus.

more_horiz Auxiliary / Transition Chords
Db7 C7 G7 Ab7 Gm7 Fadd13 Bdim7

Used as harmonic transition variations in intro, bridge, or outro.

tune Why Use a Capo?

Capo & Sounding Key
Sounding Key F Acoustic pitch of original recording
Capo Fret 5 sync_alt Raises the pitch of open strings
Fingering Shape Key C Open chord finger positions

Placing a Capo on Fret 5 transforms fingering into C, maintaining F sound without complex barre chords.

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piano Chord Family F

Diatonic Matrix

This song is built on the key of F. Here are the 7 diatonic chords (Chord Family) that harmonize according to music theory:

I F Tonic
ii Gm Supertonic
iii Am Mediant
IV Bb Subdominant
V C Dominant
vi Dm Submediant
vii° Edim Leading

speed Difficulty Level: Advanced

Difficulty Determinants for This Song:
check_circle Uses 11 unique chords throughout the song
check_circle Requires 2 barre chord shapes (F, Bb)
check_circle Requires extended harmonic variations (Fadd13, Bdim7)
check_circle Capo on fret 5 is recommended for optimal finger comfort
dna MUSICAL DNA:
KEY: F • TEMPO: Tempo: Not available • PROG: I – III – IV – VI – ♭VI – V – II – ♭III – ii – I – ♯iv° • DIFF: 2/5 • CAPO: 5

help Easy Chord Guide & FAQ Lazy River

FAQ & Tips

quiz How to play the easy chords for Lazy River (Hoagy Carmichael)?

To play the Easy Chords for Lazy River, toggle the Easy Chords button above the workstation canvas. This version is designed with beginner-friendly open chords with Capo on Fret 5 to make transitions easier without barre chords.

quiz What are the basic guitar chords and original key for Lazy River?

The original recording key for Lazy River by Hoagy Carmichael is F. You can use the Transpose (+ / -) feature anytime to adjust the pitch to match male or female vocal ranges automatically.

quiz Is audio sync and auto-scroll available for practice?

Yes, ChordGitar.in features touch-free Auto-Scroll with speed control, as well as an integrated player so your tempo and rhythm practice stays precise.

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