Standards · 1972
This Masquerade chords & key
“This Masquerade” is a jazz standard by Leon Russell from 1972. Most bands play it in F minor, rock/pop; the tune runs 32 bars in AB form. Harmonically it contains 2 major ii–V–I cadences and 2 minor ii–V–i, uses 22 different chords and moves between the key centres F minor and D♭ major.
Chord changes
Showing in: Concert (C) — F minor
Changes as commonly played (concert pitch). Your band's version may differ.
Harmonic analysis
Most used chords
- Fm7×11
- B♭7×8
- Fm×4
- D♭maj7×3
- Fmmaj7×2
- D♭7×2
Key centres reached by ii–V
F minor and D♭ major
History
"This Masquerade" is a song written by American singer and musician Leon Russell. It was originally recorded in 1972 by Russell for his album Carney and as a B-side for the album's hit single "Tight Rope". The song was then covered on Helen Reddy's 1972 album, I Am Woman. It was then recorded by American vocal duo, the Carpenters, for their 1973 album Now & Then and as the B-side of the Carpenters's single "Please Mr. Postman". Three years later, "This Masquerade" was recorded by American singer and guitarist George Benson, who released it on his 1976 album, Breezin'. Benson's version, featuring Jorge Dalto on piano, was released as a single and became the first big hit of his career.
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Frequently asked questions
What key is This Masquerade in?
This Masquerade is usually played in F minor. For B♭ instruments that is G minor, for E♭ instruments D minor.
Who wrote This Masquerade?
This Masquerade was written by Leon Russell (1972).
What is the form of This Masquerade?
This Masquerade has 2 sections (AB) with 32 bars in total.
How fast is This Masquerade played?
The usual groove is Rock/pop.
What are the chord changes to This Masquerade?
The opening bars are Fm7 | Bb7 | Fm7 | Bb7. The full chart above can be transposed to any key.