Make It Right (from The Prince Of Egypt: A New Musical): Piano Vocal

Schwartz writes from the character's interior emotional truth, and 'Make It Right' captures that perfectly. This piece gives singers a chance to convey vulnerability and determination simultaneously without requiring either operatic technique or pop vocal affectation, making it accessible while still being dramatically substantial.

A moment of quiet resolve. The song sits in an intimate space where a character confronts what matters and chooses to act on it. The orchestration supports rather than overwhelms, allowing the voice and story to remain at the center.

Singers preparing audition material from contemporary musical theater, students exploring character development through song, and directors seeking meaningful solos that don't require extensive vocal range or operatic training.

• Distinguish between the reflective verses and the more determined chorus; use changes in vocal placement and intensity to show the character working through conviction rather than simply delivering exposition.
• Let the piano part breathe, particularly in the opening measures. Resist rushing the tempo; this song needs space for emotional truth.
• Color the lyrics precisely. Schwartz builds meaning through specific word choice, so commit fully to the emotional content of each phrase rather than smoothing over the text.

This works beautifully as a standalone audition piece, in a musical theater revue pairing it with songs that explore moral conviction or self-discovery, or as teaching material for understanding how contemporary musical theater can convey complex emotional states without relying on belting or traditional theatrical gestures.

• Connecting lyrical content to vocal interpretation
• Sustaining legit vocal technique across moderate range
• Building dramatic arc within a solo number
• Balancing introspection with forward momentum in phrasing