Corcovado (Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars) – Chord Melody Arrangement for Solo Guitar (PDF)

Bring one of the most beloved bossa nova classics to your repertoire with this beautifully arranged solo guitar version of Corcovado (Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars) by Antônio Carlos Jobim.

This arrangement is designed for intermediate and advanced guitarists who want to develop their chord melody playing while exploring authentic Brazilian harmony, smooth voice leading, and expressive fingerstyle technique.

Whether you're preparing for a performance, expanding your solo guitar repertoire, or simply enjoying one of Jobim's timeless masterpieces, this arrangement provides a clear and practical learning experience.

What's Included

• Standard notation (sheet music)

• Guitar TAB

• Chord symbols

• Left-hand fingering suggestions

Skill Level

Intermediate to Advanced

You'll Develop

• Chord melody technique

• Fingerstyle guitar skills

• Smooth voice leading

• Fretboard knowledge

• Authentic bossa nova phrasing

• Musical interpretation and dynamics

This arrangement is perfect for nylon-string guitarists, fingerstyle players, jazz guitarists, and anyone who enjoys Brazilian music.

If you'd like a complete step-by-step breakdown of this arrangement, be sure to watch the companion lesson on my YouTube channel, Bossa & Beyond, where I explain the melody, fingerings, fretboard concepts, and chord melody techniques in detail.

Thank you for supporting independent music education. I hope this arrangement brings you many hours of enjoyable practice and performance.