Night And Day, recorded by Frank Sinatra, is a widely celebrated classic in American music. The song was not originally composed for Sinatra, but by another legend: Cole Porter. He wrote the song in 1932 for the Broadway musical Gay Divorce. It expresses the persistent yearning one feels for their beloved in an elegant and humorous way.
- Although the song has a deep emotional core, it is musically quite accessible which has made it popular among musicians of various genres.
- It is a standard jazz ballad with a minor key tonality, giving it a certain mournful strain. The melody comprises a series of long, sweeping phrases that allow Sinatra’s voice to shine through.
For piano players interested in this classic piece, a version of the piano sheet music for advanced players for Night And Day is available for download following your purchase. This allows you to recreate Sinatra's timeless interpretation of this classic on your own piano.