Still Holding My Hand (from Matilda The Musical) (arr. Mark Brymer): 3-Part Mixed Choral Octavo
Still Holding My Hand (from Matilda The Musical) (arr. Mark Brymer) Sheet Music Preview

Still Holding My Hand (from Matilda The Musical) (arr. Mark Brymer): 3-Part Mixed Choral Octavo

By Tim Minchin / Arranged by Mark Brymer

Item: 35-DS01318693
Digital Download
$2.99
Description

Still Holding My Hand (from Matilda The Musical) (arr. Mark Brymer): 3-Part Mixed Choral Octavo isn't in MakeMusic Cloud just yet...but it could be. Let us know you'd like to see it, and you'll help shape what comes next. In the meantime, start a free trial and dive into thousands of interactive titles your students can play along with today.

Request This Title

Tell us you want it.

Start Your Free Trial

Explore everything that's ready to play right now.
Sample Audio
No sample audio found.
Sample Video
No sample videos found.
Additional Details
Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 7
SKU: 35-DS01318693

More about this title

About the Composer: Tim Minchin

Tim Minchin is a multi-talented composer, musician, and performer whose theatrical work blends sharp wit with genuine emotional depth. His score for Matilda The Musical earned widespread acclaim for its ability to capture both the humor and heart of Roald Dahl's beloved story, demonstrating his skill at writing music that speaks to young audiences while satisfying sophisticated listeners.

Minchin's approach to musical theater composition favors memorable melodies and clever lyrics that advance character and narrative. His work has influenced a generation of composers interested in blending comedy with vulnerability, making his contributions to contemporary musical theater education genuinely significant.

Why we love this

Mark Brymer's 3-part arrangement opens this tender moment to choirs that may not have the resources for full SATB voicing, without sacrificing the emotional authenticity that makes the number resonate. The accessible voicing allows singers to focus on the vulnerability of the text and the warmth of Minchin's melody rather than wrestling with complex part independence.

What to expect

This song captures a moment of quiet reassurance and unconditional acceptance. Beneath the simplicity lies tenderness and a kind of protective love that younger singers respond to deeply, making it a powerful piece for building ensemble cohesion through shared vulnerability.

Who it's for

Directors seeking accessible, contemporary musical theater repertoire that carries genuine emotional substance will find this arrangement ideal for mixed choirs at intermediate to advanced levels. It works especially well for groups new to Matilda or those building a contemporary musical theater concert.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance the texture so that no single line dominates; this song lives in intimacy, not projection. The arrangement works best when all three parts feel like they're singing together rather than competing.
  • Shape the phrase endings with slight ritardando to honor the emotional weight of the lyrics. Minchin's melody contains natural moments that ask for breath and reflection.
  • Attend carefully to the dynamics marked in the score. The shifts between soft and slightly fuller sections create the arc that keeps the song from becoming static.

How to use it

Place this in a Broadway or contemporary music theater set where it can serve as a moment of reflection between more energetic numbers. Its moderate length makes it useful as either a concert centerpiece for a smaller ensemble or as part of a larger Matilda program.

Skills your students will build

  • Singing sustained legit vocal lines with consistent breath support
  • Balancing blend in 3-part voicing without sacrificing individual line clarity
  • Interpreting musical theater with emotional authenticity rather than broad performance choices
  • Managing soft dynamics while maintaining pitch stability
  • Responding to text as a guide for musical phrasing and expression

You May Also Like