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Anything Can Happen: Piano Vocal

As performed by Anthony Drewe / As performed by Mary Poppins (Musical)

Item: 35-DS00046813

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 7
SKU: 35-DS00046813

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About the Artist: Anthony Drewe

Anthony Drewe is a lyricist and composer who has become synonymous with contemporary musical theatre that balances wit, heart, and accessibility. His work on the 2004 Mary Poppins revival (alongside composer Stephen Schwartz and original creator P.L. Travers) restored the beloved nanny to the stage with fresh arrangements and new songs that honor the source material while speaking to modern audiences. Drewe's gift for character-driven lyrics and singable melodies has made him a trusted voice in musical adaptation and original theatrical composition.

For music educators, Drewe's output represents the gold standard of craft in contemporary musical theatre: clear storytelling through song, vocal lines that sit naturally in the voice, and orchestrations that support rather than overshadow the performer. His work demonstrates how writers can respect both theatrical tradition and the practical needs of singers and ensembles.

Why we love this

This song combines infectious optimism with genuinely singable melodies that don't condescend to young voices. The piano part remains manageable while supporting the vocal line with character, making it equally appealing for a student pianist accompanying a singer or for a director building a concert featuring contemporary musical theatre standards.

What to expect

Buoyant and forward-looking, with a lyrical warmth that invites rather than preaches. The song captures possibility without losing grounding in character, making it feel both whimsical and emotionally honest.

Who it's for

Singers (young to adult) exploring contemporary musical theatre repertoire; pianists building accompaniment skills in the Broadway idiom; directors curating programs that blend classic Disney sensibility with fresh theatrical writing.

How to get the most out of it

  • Shape the phrase architecture clearly so that the optimistic message lands without sounding saccharine; let silence and restraint do half the work.
  • Experiment with the tempo enough in rehearsal to find the pocket where both the piano and vocalist feel secure; rushing often kills the character's charm.
  • Balance the singer's projection with the piano's independence rather than having one simply shadow the other throughout.

How to use it

Position this as a solo feature in a musical theatre revue, or pair it with other optimistic songs from contemporary works to highlight how modern writers craft hope into their storytelling. It also works well in a showcase exploring character songs that reveal personality rather than plot.

Skills your students will build

  • Phrasing legit vocal lines with proper support and breath placement
  • Accompanying a vocalist with sensitivity to their musical arc
  • Navigating the rhythmic independence often found in contemporary musical theatre underscore
  • Sustaining a character's emotional truth across a longer musical statement

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