Where Do I Go? (from "Hair"): Piano/Vocal/Chords

Hair remains a goldmine for music programs seeking repertoire that engages singers and pianists while reflecting genuine cultural and historical significance. The vocal lines sit naturally for contemporary singers, and the harmonic language rewards both classical pianists and those comfortable with popular chord symbols. Programming these songs signals that you understand your students' world without sacrificing musical integrity.

These songs capture the optimism, idealism, and musical adventurousness of the late 1960s, balancing rock-inflected melodies with genuine emotional depth. Whether singing about freedom, identity, or simple human connection, each piece carries the infectious energy and earnestness that made Hair revolutionary.

Vocalists preparing songs for auditions, recitals, or classroom performance, as well as pianists accompanying singers or performing solo arrangements. This collection appeals to students exploring musical theater repertoire and teachers introducing the cultural and musical legacy of Hair.

• Balance the vocal line with the piano accompaniment so lyrics remain clear; the songs were written for amplified voices on stage, but in recital or classroom settings, let the words drive the performance.
• Experiment with the groove and rhythmic feel, particularly in uptempo numbers. These pieces sit between pop and theater, so slight rhythmic flexibility often sounds more authentic than metronomic precision.
• Use the chord symbols to add voicing variations and improvisation, especially in the accompaniment. MacDermot's harmonies support both straight interpretations and creative reharmonization.

Incorporate individual songs into a musical theater unit or a concert celebrating American songwriting across genres. These pieces work equally well as standalone recital selections or as part of a thematic program exploring music and social change.

• singing with rhythmic clarity in syncopated and rock-influenced contexts
• accompanying vocalists using chord symbols and jazz-inflected voicings
• balancing contemporary and classical vocal technique in a single piece
• interpreting musical idiom and style across pop, rock, and theater genres