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Try Everything (from Zootopia): E-Z Play Today

As performed by Shakira

Item: 35-DS01233857

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 6
SKU: 35-DS01233857

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About the Artist: Shakira

Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll rose to international prominence with her distinctive voice and genre-blending approach to pop music. Her work combines Latin rhythms with contemporary pop sensibilities, making her compositions accessible to global audiences while maintaining cultural authenticity. As a songwriter and performer, she has consistently created music that connects with listeners across age groups, from children's programming to adult pop radio.

Why we love this

This arrangement captures the infectious optimism and driving rhythm of the original film track while keeping the piano part within reach for intermediate players. The straightforward chord progressions and repetitive melodic elements make it immediately rewarding to play, so students stay motivated through all six pages. You'll find it works equally well as a solo piece, a warm-up that energizes rehearsal, or a concert closer that gets audiences singing along.

What to expect

Optimistic and propulsive, with an irresistible pop-song groove that makes you want to move. The bright major key and straightforward harmonic movement create an uplifting, almost celebratory quality that lands somewhere between a sing-along and a feel-good anthem.

Who it's for

This works for pianists at the late elementary through early high school level who want contemporary material that feels relevant and fun. It's equally useful for teachers building confidence in intermediate students and for performers adding accessible pop arrangements to recital or concert programs.

How to get the most out of it

  • Keep the rhythm bouncy and light. The feel depends on steady eighth-note pulse in the accompaniment, so lock in the groove early and don't let it drag.
  • Balance the melody so it sits naturally above the piano texture. The tune carries the song's character, so give it space to breathe even when both hands are active.
  • Lean into the major key brightness. This piece thrives on clear articulation and forward energy, so resist the urge to play it softly or introspectively.
  • If you're playing this for younger audiences, the repetition is a feature, not a bug. Slight dynamic swells or subtle tempo pushes in repeated sections keep listeners engaged.

How to use it

Consider this for spring or end-of-year concerts when you want a mood shift toward something contemporary and joyful. It works particularly well as a transition piece between classical or standard repertoire and more adventurous program choices, signaling to your audience that your students have range.

Skills your students will build

  • Maintaining steady rhythmic pulse across repetitive accompaniment patterns
  • Balancing melody and accompaniment in both hands simultaneously
  • Playing with consistent energy and articulation in pop idioms
  • Reading and executing straightforward lead sheets and chord symbols

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