That Beautiful Sound (from Beetlejuice The Musical): Piano Vocal

A moment of unexpected tenderness wrapped in character. The song invites the listener into a private thought, where cleverness gives way to genuine longing. There's an intimacy here that Broadway comedy rarely reveals.

Vocal soloists preparing audition material or concert repertoire from contemporary musical theatre. This arrangement also works for singers developing their ability to navigate modern Broadway songs that blend comedy with emotional sincerity.

• Pay attention to the sustained vowels in the melody; this song lives in the space between comedy and genuine feeling, so resist the urge to rush through emotional peaks.
• Work with your pianist to establish a steady foundation in the accompaniment, especially during sections where the vocal line sits high or stretches across wider intervals.
• The character's voice should feel conversational and direct despite the song's theatrical context; avoid oversinging the sentiment.

Pair this with other contemporary musical theatre selections to create a recital that showcases modern character writing. It works particularly well in mixed vocal recitals where you want a piece that breaks the traditional musical theatre mold and demonstrates range beyond standard jazz standards or golden age repertoire.

• Navigating the emotional register shifts between comedic and sincere moments
• Sustaining legit belt technique over a 10-page piano arrangement
• Collaboration between vocalist and accompanist in contemporary musical theatre style
• Characterization in theatrical repertoire that doesn't rely on spectacle