Only You (from Starlight Express): E-Z Play Today
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Only You (from Starlight Express): E-Z Play Today

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 5
SKU: 35-DS00994975

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About the Creator: Andrew Lloyd Webber

Andrew Lloyd Webber revolutionized musical theater with his gift for melody and orchestration, creating shows that dominate stages worldwide. His work on Starlight Express brought his signature style to a unique concept: a musical performed entirely on roller skates, with the orchestra driving the narrative energy throughout.

Webber's ability to craft songs that work equally well as standalone pieces and integrated theater moments has made his catalog essential for music programs. "Only You" exemplifies his skill at writing accessible yet emotionally resonant material that engages audiences of all ages.

Why we love this

E-Z Play Today's reduction strips the song to its emotional core without sacrificing Webber's harmonic sophistication. Piano students get to experience Broadway arrangement and orchestration concepts in a format they can actually play, making this both musically legitimate and genuinely fun in the practice room.

What to expect

Warm, earnest, and romantically direct. The song carries Webber's gift for tunefulness while maintaining theatrical sincerity without over-sentimentality. It invites genuine emotional connection rather than performance artifice.

Who it's for

Piano students ready to explore Broadway repertoire and teachers seeking material that connects students to contemporary musical theater. This works for intermediate players drawn to popular song and for early ensemble contexts pairing piano with vocalist or instrument.

How to get the most out of it

  • Shape the melody with attention to the lyrics even though you're playing piano solo. Let the text inform your phrasing and dynamics.
  • Balance left hand accompaniment so it supports without overwhelming the vocal line if you're accompanying a singer.
  • Allow space in the arrangement for the emotional weight of key moments rather than filling every beat.

How to use it

Include this in a Broadway or contemporary musical theater recital alongside other accessible Webber selections or mixed popular theater songs. It's also valuable as a solo piece for spring recitals or as a duet feature if you have a strong student vocalist.

Skills your students will build

  • Broadway style harmony and voice leading
  • Accompanying a melody line while maintaining musical independence in the left hand
  • Shaping and supporting lyrical expression on an instrumental instrument

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