This jazz and swing standard has its roots in Yiddish musical theater and became a popular number in shows at Borscht Belt vacation retreats. The title, sometimes written as "Bei Mir Bistu Shein" (and other variations), means “To Me You're Beautiful." The song became an international hit when the Andrews Sisters recorded an English setting by Sammy Cahn and Saul Chaplin with a Germanized spelling of the title. Benny Goodman also had a hit version, and it remains popular with string-jazz ensembles like Portland’s Stumptown Swing, featuring mandolinist Tim Connell. The chord structure is straightforward, and the melody itself is relatively simple. Aaron teaches the chords and solo in the key of E minor. In this video, Aaron shows you the chord progression for “Bei Mir Bist Du Schön.”
