The New Girl in Town (From "Hairspray"): Piano/Vocal/Chords
Music by Marc Shaiman, lyrics by Scott Wittman and Marc Shaiman
Item: 00-PSP-000507
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Description
Hairspray blasted its way into theaters with a fresh new twist on the original 1988 classic. With stars like John Travolta, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Christopher Walken singing and dancing to these outrageous tunes, there is no doubt fans across the nation will want to try this at home. The Tony-winning musical has been wowing crowds since 2002. Now moviegoers can become a part of the action, the comedy, and most importantly the music.
Alfred presents the music to the many hits from the Hairspray soundtrack. All songs include lyrics, melody line, and chord changes with professionally arranged piano accompaniment.
Titles: Good Morning Baltimore * The Nicest Kids in Town * It Takes Two * (The Legend of) Miss Baltimore Crabs * I Can Hear the Bells * Ladies' Choice * The New Girl in Town * Welcome to the '60s * Run and Tell That * Big, Blonde, and Beautiful * Big, Blonde, and Beautiful (Reprise) * (You're) Timeless to Me * I Know Where I've Been * Without Love * (It's) Hairspray * You Can't Stop the Beat * Come So Far (Got So Far to Go) * Cooties * Mama, I'm a Big Girl Now.
Alfred presents the music to the many hits from the Hairspray soundtrack. All songs include lyrics, melody line, and chord changes with professionally arranged piano accompaniment.
Titles: Good Morning Baltimore * The Nicest Kids in Town * It Takes Two * (The Legend of) Miss Baltimore Crabs * I Can Hear the Bells * Ladies' Choice * The New Girl in Town * Welcome to the '60s * Run and Tell That * Big, Blonde, and Beautiful * Big, Blonde, and Beautiful (Reprise) * (You're) Timeless to Me * I Know Where I've Been * Without Love * (It's) Hairspray * You Can't Stop the Beat * Come So Far (Got So Far to Go) * Cooties * Mama, I'm a Big Girl Now.
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Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
172
SKU:
00-PSP-000507
More about this title
About the Artist: Brittany Snow
Brittany Snow is an American actress and singer who gained prominence through her role as Amber Von Tussle in the 2007 film adaptation of Hairspray. Her performance in the movie musical showcased her ability to blend acting with vocal performance, contributing to the film's energetic and campy appeal. Snow has continued working in film and television, bringing musical theater sensibility to her various roles.
Why we love this
This collection captures the infectious energy of Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman's score in a singable, learnable format. The 19 songs span comedy numbers, solos, ensemble moments, and big production numbers, giving singers and pianists real variety in what they can explore from a single show. For student performers and adult vocalists alike, these arrangements preserve the theatrical fun without demanding operatic technique.
What to expect
Hairspray's score bubbles over with 1960s pop sensibility wrapped in theatrical flair. You'll find yourself in bright, syncopated grooves, witty character songs, and moments of genuine vocal warmth. The music swings between campy humor and unexpected sincerity, making each song feel like a complete scene rather than just a tune to sing.
Who it's for
Solo singers preparing auditions or recital pieces, pianists accompanying vocalists, music theater students exploring contemporary musical theater scores, and singers who want accessible arrangements of well-known Broadway material. This collection works equally well for classroom performance, studio lessons, or rehearsal preparation.
How to get the most out of it
- Lean into the character work as you sing. The comedic timing and attitude in numbers like 'The Nicest Kids in Town' and 'Big, Blonde, and Beautiful' matter as much as the notes themselves.
- Use the chord symbols to experiment with your own comping style on piano. The professionally arranged accompaniment gives you a foundation, but you can adapt voicings to match your skill level.
- Treat the ensemble numbers like 'You Can't Stop the Beat' as opportunities to build sustained energy from the top. These songs live in their momentum, so lock in rhythmically and keep the groove moving forward.
- Balance the melody line with the lyrics so that words stay clear and conversational. The humor lands when listeners hear what's being said, not just the music.
How to use it
Feature individual songs in a Broadway-focused recital or cabaret concert, mixing solo moments like '(You're) Timeless to Me' with group numbers such as 'The New Girl in Town.' Alternatively, singers preparing for auditions can use the full range of material to develop character work and song interpretation skills across multiple song types and moods.
Skills your students will build
- Reading chord charts and working with chord symbols at the piano
- Phrasing and interpretation in contemporary musical theater songs
- Character development through comedic song performance
- Sight-reading lyrics with melody line notation
- Understanding song structure in modern Broadway scores