Les Poissons (from The Little Mermaid): Lead Sheet / Fake Book
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Les Poissons (from The Little Mermaid): Lead Sheet / Fake Book

As performed by Howard Ashman

Item: 35-DS00399982
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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 2
SKU: 35-DS00399982

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About the Artist: Howard Ashman

Howard Ashman (1950-1991) was a lyricist and book writer whose Broadway sensibility transformed Disney animation in the late 1980s and early 1990s. His collaborations with composer Alan Menken on The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, and Aladdin created songs that work equally well as character moments and standalone showstoppers. Ashman understood how to write lyrics that serve the story while remaining musically engaging for performers at every level.

Why we love this

This lead sheet captures one of Disney's most purely fun numbers, complete with the rhythmic drive and comedic timing that made Chef Louis so memorable. The fake book format lets students tackle Broadway-style sophistication without drowning in orchestration, and the character voice in the lyrics teaches performers how personality lives in phrasing and tempo control.

What to expect

Energetic and theatrical, with the swagger of a chef proudly unveiling his culinary masterpiece. The music bounces between culinary lyricism and outright comedic exuberance, capturing the blend of snobbish refinement and genuine passion that defines the character.

Who it's for

Pianists and singers preparing Disney-themed recitals, summer camps, or school musicals will find this lead sheet accessible yet genuinely entertaining to perform. It works equally well for voice students learning how to interpret character through song and for accompanists strengthening their fake book reading skills.

How to get the most out of it

  • Keep the tempo bouncy and slightly dance-like; resist the urge to drag or play it sentimentally. The humor depends on forward momentum.
  • Treat the lyrical asides as interruptions in the cook's thoughts rather than as throwaway moments. Make the audience hear his excitement about the fish course.
  • Lock in the left hand accompaniment pattern early so your right hand stays free to phrase the melody with genuine character and flexibility.
  • Lean into the accents on unexpected beats; they're what give the number its comedic flavor and personality.

How to use it

Slot this into a "Disney in Concert" program as a showstopper that stands apart from the typical princess ballads. It also serves pianists and singers working on character interpretation and Broadway-style interpretation in applied lessons.

Skills your students will build

  • Character interpretation through rhythmic and melodic emphasis
  • Reading and performing from lead sheets with jazz-influenced accompaniment
  • Maintaining comedic timing while playing a steady accompaniment
  • Stylistic singing with clear diction in a theatrical context

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