A Lovely Night (from Cinderella): Lead Sheet / Fake Book
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A Lovely Night (from Cinderella): Lead Sheet / Fake Book

By Rodgers & Hammerstein

Item: 35-DS00474060
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 1
SKU: 35-DS00474060

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About the Composer: Rodgers & Hammerstein

Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II created some of the most enduring musical theater works of the 20th century, fundamentally reshaping Broadway through their innovative integration of music and storytelling. Their partnership, which began in 1943 with Oklahoma!, established a model for the modern musical that still influences composers today. Rodgers' gift for memorable melody combined with Hammerstein's poetic lyricism produced songs that work equally well in concert halls, classrooms, and living rooms.

Why we love this

This waltz captures the magic of a pivotal moment in Cinderella with surprising tenderness. The melody sits beautifully for singers and reads naturally for pianists, making it accessible without sacrificing musical sophistication or charm.

What to expect

Romantic and wistful, this waltz evokes the intimacy of a single perfect evening. The melody unfolds with understated elegance, capturing both the wonder and the fleeting nature of a transformative moment.

Who it's for

Vocalists preparing audition material or building a musical theater repertoire will find this piece both rewarding and musically substantial. Pianists developing their sight reading in jazz and theater contexts benefit from working through lead sheet notation.

How to get the most out of it

  • Let the waltz rhythm breathe naturally rather than driving it forward; Rodgers' melodies sing best when given room to settle into each phrase
  • Balance the accompaniment so the melody emerges clearly without requiring the vocalist to push for volume
  • Attend to the text setting. Hammerstein's lyrics have specific weight and intention; honor the syllable placement for authentic phrasing

How to use it

This works beautifully in a concert celebrating American musical theater standards or in a jazz combo context using lead sheet voicings. It also serves as an excellent teaching piece for students learning to interpret classic Rodgers and Hammerstein material.

Skills your students will build

  • Reading lead sheet notation and implied harmony
  • Interpreting waltz rhythm in 3/4 meter
  • Connecting lyrical phrasing to melodic contour
  • Jazz voicing and reharmonization options

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