A Long, Long Way (from Nunsensations): Piano/Vocal/Chords

This collection captures the irreverent humor and genuine heart that made Nunsense endure for decades. The piano/vocal arrangements give singers and pianists immediate access to character songs that land both the comedy and the emotion, making this perfect for cabaret nights, revue programs, or any director looking for material with personality and proven audience appeal.

These songs burst with theatrical energy and comedic charm. You'll find clever rhymes, unexpected melodic turns, and moments of genuine warmth beneath the laughs. The musical style is accessible and fun, never pretentious, inviting both seasoned performers and newer singers to inhabit these characters fully.

Singers preparing audition material or performance repertoire drawn from a beloved musical will find songs that showcase personality and range. Music directors building cabaret programs, revue concerts, or musical theater workshops benefit from having the complete songbook in one collection.

• Lean into the character voice of each song. The humor lives in specificity, so commit fully to the attitude each nun brings to her number.
• Use the chord symbols to explore different accompaniment styles. A stride piano feel works beautifully for some tracks, while others benefit from a more theatrical, straightforward approach.
• Balance comedic timing with musical flow. These songs reward crisp articulation and clear diction, especially on the punchlines.

Build an entire evening around Nunsense material, or select individual songs to anchor a musical theater revue. These pieces work equally well as audition selections, concert entertainment, or building blocks for a full production.

• Comedic timing and character interpretation in song
• Reading piano/vocal score with chord symbol accompaniment
• Phrasing and articulation for musical theater storytelling
• Diction and lyrical clarity in ensemble and solo contexts