I already posted a simple arrangement of the piano arrangement to “The Stranger” by Billy Joel. This is the part where the band enters arranged for solo finger style guitar. I have two arrangements here. One is the intro which holds out the chord while playing the melody, riff, phrase, or whatever you like to call it. The other is that same theme but used as a short interlude between verses. This one keeps a rhythm with your thumb while playing the melody line. I’ve labeled this the “interlude”.
There are two chords used here – Em and C7. The melody over the Em is harmonized in 4th’s. The melody over the C7 uses the notes in the chord shape to create harmony. Click below for PDF’s and/or YouTube video.