Hawaii/Waiting For You (from Honeymoon in Vegas): Piano Vocal
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Hawaii/Waiting For You (from Honeymoon in Vegas): Piano Vocal

As performed by Jason Robert Brown

Item: 35-DS00307385
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 12
SKU: 35-DS00307385

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About the Artist: Jason Robert Brown

Jason Robert Brown has established himself as one of Broadway's most versatile composer-lyricists, creating works that span musical theater, concert music, and film scores. His gift for blending sophisticated harmonies with direct emotional storytelling has earned him recognition across multiple Tony nominations and a devoted following among music educators who value substantive, character-driven material.

Why we love this

Brown's song cycle from Honeymoon in Vegas captures the romantic vulnerability that makes this score so compelling for singers and accompanists alike. The vocal writing sits naturally in the voice while the piano part offers genuine musical substance, making it equally rewarding for students working on song interpretation and for performers building a contemporary musical theater repertoire.

What to expect

The piece evokes romantic yearning with a modern sensibility, moving between moments of intimate vulnerability and subtle dramatic momentum. The musical landscape balances contemporary harmonic color with the clarity of a song that trusts its lyrical content to carry emotional weight.

Who it's for

Singers preparing audition material or concert repertoire from contemporary musical theater will find authentic, singable writing here. Pianists and music students exploring 21st century Broadway composition will appreciate Brown's harmonic language and the collaborative relationship between voice and instrument.

How to get the most out of it

  • Shape the vocal line through the harmonic changes rather than treating phrases as equal units; Brown's progressions create natural peaks that guide the melodic contour.
  • Let the piano part breathe in its moments of independence, particularly in transitions, to avoid rushing through the accompaniment.
  • Balance lyrical openness with the underlying rhythmic precision in the accompaniment; this song demands both emotional availability and metrical clarity.

How to use it

Feature this as a solo selection in vocal recitals or semester showcases, where its moderate length and emotional directness work well alongside both classic standards and newer art song. It also serves singers preparing for musical theater auditions where contemporary material is valued, offering a tasteful alternative to more frequently chosen selections.

Skills your students will build

  • interpreting contemporary harmonic language in a vocal context
  • balancing lyrical phrasing with rhythmic precision in the piano accompaniment
  • understanding how musical theater composition differs from traditional art song
  • developing expressive control in moderate tempos with sustained emotional engagement

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