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Something There (from Beauty And The Beast): Piano Vocal

As performed by Alan Menken & Howard Ashman

Item: 35-DS00360237

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 4
SKU: 35-DS00360237

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About the Artist: Alan Menken & Howard Ashman

Alan Menken has shaped the sound of modern musical theater and animated film through his prolific songwriting partnerships. His collaboration with lyricist Howard Ashman produced some of the most enduring songs in popular music, including work on The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, and Aladdin. Menken's gift for melody combined with Ashman's storytelling made these compositions accessible to young singers while maintaining sophisticated harmonic language that rewards mature interpretation.

Howard Ashman's lyrics capture emotional truth in deceptively simple language, a skill that makes his work ideal for teaching character development through song. His early death in 1991 left a legacy of theatrical works that continue to introduce new generations to musical theater. For music educators, Ashman's writing demonstrates how to communicate complex feelings (confusion, tenderness, growing connection) through language that never talks down to an audience.

Why we love this

This duet captures the exact moment two characters realize their feelings, and the music mirrors that gradual shift from awkwardness to genuine warmth. The accessible vocal range and clear phrase structure make it rewarding for young singers to learn, while the piano part provides just enough harmonic interest to keep accompanists engaged without overwhelming them.

What to expect

The music unfolds like a conversation between two people noticing small things about each other for the first time. It has the quality of a gentle realization rather than a grand declaration, with harmonies that feel both comfortable and full of quiet possibility.

Who it's for

Singers preparing for auditions or recitals who need a piece that demonstrates emotional maturity and vocal control. Music teachers looking for a duet that teaches collaboration and character interpretation without excessive technical demands.

How to get the most out of it

  • Build the dynamic arc gradually from the opening; this song gains power through accumulation rather than sudden swells.
  • Pay attention to the lyrical storytelling; each verse reveals a new detail about the characters' connection, so shape the melody to highlight those moments of discovery.
  • Balance the two voices as if they're in genuine conversation, with one responding thoughtfully to the other rather than both singing equally throughout.
  • Let the piano support the singers by staying clear and transparent; resist the urge to fill every moment.

How to use it

Include this as a duet performance in a show choir or musical theater showcase, or use it as a teaching piece to help younger singers understand how to convey subtext and emotional subtext through a pop song framework. It works especially well when programmed alongside other brief, character-driven selections.

Skills your students will build

  • Maintaining consistent phrasing across held notes and rests
  • Balancing harmonic awareness while singing melody
  • Communicating emotional transitions without exaggerating dynamics
  • Collaborating vocally with another singer of equal importance
  • Reading through a contemporary musical theater arrangement

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