So Big / So Small from Dear Evan Hansen - Piano Accompaniment

Music by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul
Book by Steven Levenson
Pianist Jess Modaff
Learned by ear and uploaded by Subscriber request!
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It was a February day
When your dad came by before going away
A U-Haul truck in the driveway
The day was suddenly real
I told you not to come outside
But you saw that truck
And you smiled so wide
A real live truck in your driveway
We let you sit behind the wheel
Good-bye, good-bye
Now it's just me and my little guy
And the house felt so big, and I felt so small
The house felt so big, and I felt so small
That night I tucked you into bed
I will never forget how you sat up and said
"Is there another truck coming to our driveway
A truck that will take mommy away”
And the house felt so big, and I felt so small
The house felt so big, and I
And I knew there would be moments that I'd miss
And I knew
There would be space I couldn't fill
And I knew
I'd come up short a million different ways
And I did
And I do
And I will
But like that February day
I will take your hand, squeeze it tightly and say
There's not another truck in the driveway
Your mom isn't going anywhere
Your mom is staying right here
Your mom isn't going anywhere
Your mom is staying right here
No matter what
I'll be here
When it all feels so big
'til it all feels so small
When it all feels so big
'til it all feels so small
’Til it all feels so small
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This is a recording of my own playing. I do not own the rights to the show. I do not consent to the redistribution of this recording.

[@lainiepicklesimer2067]

When I was watching the musical, I had some lobster beforehand, and it wasn’t cooked, so I got food poisoning during this song. So, I had to leave. While I was exiting, this lady had a giant, metal, pink water bottle in the middle of the walkway, and I accidentally kicked it because it was hidden in shadow and it went *CLANG CLANG CLANG CLANG* all the way down during one of the saddest songs in the entire musical. Just imagine: “I told you not to come outside-“ *CLANG CLANG-* “-but you saw that truck-“ *CLANG CLANG* “-and you smiled so wide.” *CLANG CLANG CLANG CLANG CLANG CLANG* I quickly apologized to the person who had the water bottle and fled the scene. I was tremendously embarrassed. 😩

[@spiderman-dr4zi]

This made me laugh so much 😂😂 I would die from embarrassment

[@andreabolivar7168]

thank you for this comment it was the chortle I needed in the midst of all this craziness 😂😂

[@anonymousperson560]

OHMYGOSH OH NO

[@ParadoxGavel]

This song is impossible to sing. Not because I can't hit the notes, but because I can't stop crying hallway through!

[@Bbi_Official]

Same though

[@laurynandbellarhett3091]

SAAAAME. That's why I wanna sing it next audition to challenge myself huhu

[@DesireeStamat]

Yup. I think that is part of it. Sing through the emotions.

[@nogahalbreich8069]

Mary McGinnis same

[@lisavadsten5402]

I KNOOW omg

[@teenfanclub1373]

I FINALLY HAD PERFECT TIMING CONSISTENTLY I CAN NOW PERFORM

[@theatrepianoaccompaniments2147]

Go for it!

[@cherry4cola]

ho w?

[@TheKreator56]

Me too. I’m trying it out for an audition today. Wish me luck!

[@melissaadams9074]

@@TheKreator56 how'd it go?

[@TheKreator56]

Kiwi Time got the role I wanted!!

[@nicolemorton8565]

Week 2 of quarantine: I'm singing this to my 16 yr old cat I've had since I was 4 and sobbing Edit: I found out that kitty only has a week left to live. She's the light of my life and I'm trying to enjoy the time I have left with her.

[@sacrific1al00]

Oh no Im sorry

[@Sophie_Stedman]

i'm so sorry you went through this,, i hope you're alright xo

[@dleightable]

That was 3 months ago now...............Oh my god, I wish you all the happiness in the world!!!!!

[@cheetahstar222]

Sending love and care your way

[@nicolemorton8565]

@@dleightable thank you so much❤️, I’d be lying if I said I didn’t think about her often and miss her but I know she’s not in pain and that brings me peace. She’ll always be a part of my life and I’m grateful for all the love she’s given to me

[@AnnieKeller]

I was assigned to sing this as part of a musical revue at my college. I have never cried real tears while performing in front of anybody but halfway through my first time singing this in a rehearsal, I lost it

[@Star-ou5gq]

I would 2

[@leannam8788]

I feel you. This song is very emotional

[@KaceyOschack]

HEIDI: It was a February day When your dad came by before going away A U-Haul truck in the driveway The day was suddenly real I told you not to come outside But you saw that truck And you smiled so wide A real live truck in your driveway We let you sit behind the wheel Good-bye, good-bye Now it's just me and my little guy And the house felt so big, and I felt so small The house felt so big, and I felt so small That night I tucked you into bed I will never forget how you sat up and said "Is there another truck coming to our driveway A truck that will take mommy away” And the house felt so big, and I felt so small The house felt so big, and I And I knew there would be moments that I'd miss And I knew There would be space I couldn't fill And I knew I'd come up short a million different ways And I did And I do And I will But like that February day I will take your hand, squeeze it tightly and say There's not another truck in the driveway Your mom isn't going anywhere Your mom will stay right here Your mom isn't going anywhere Your mom will stay right here No matter what I'll be here When it feels so big 'til it all feels so small When it feels so big 'til it all feels so small ’Til it all feels so small

[@mystiqua3107]

I start crying once I get to the line "Is there another truck coming to our driveway, a truck that will take mommy away?” I can't. My fragile heart can't take to singing this song in public. So I'll just sing hoarsely in the lonesomeness of my room, just belting out this wonderful piece of a piano accompaniment. Amazing!

[@theatrepianoaccompaniments2147]

Tara I hear you. Such a powerful song, especially if you can relate with the child or the mom! This is exactly why I share these accompaniments - to give people the chance to experience music in ways they wouldn’t have otherwise! Keep singing.

[@skylarlansing9142]

This basically saved my life for auditions for my district's thespian festival. Thank you!

[@thetwizzler8096]

Skylar Lansing Cool! I'm auditioning for the last spot on the solos for districts today! I hope I get picked asdfghjkl I'm so nervous

[@TheAllbrighton]

Man if I need to have a cry I come here and let it all out - thank you for making this ❤

[@Mangamaus14]

My lifegoal at the moment is recording this without bursting in tears in the middle of the song... If I ever get that far there may even be an upload of it xD

[@jules3499]

Big thank you! I sang this at my schools talent show. Even though I started crying on stage, I would like to thank you for this accompaniment!

[@uns0ciable4ever]

dammit this song is absolutely perfect for my voice all except for that high note on "a million different ways" :((((( Oh well, guess ill just keep dreaming

[@DesireeStamat]

amelia cool try placing it in your mixed voice. Brighten the tone and resonate a bit through your nose, so it's not in your chest but not in your head. I'm not a teacher, but this help me place these notes in my range. Vocalize with the twang nyaaaa sounds through those notes first and see if that helps.

[@chloei_]

I'm doing the song for my grade 8 mt exam and I also can't sing that particular section. My singing teacher has changed the notes I sing on so I sing million on the same note as 'different ways'

[@gabi3283]

the only parts i cant do are the lower notes- everything else i can do i SWeaR

[@dokadoka4922]

@@gabi3283 SAME THO- I usually struggle with lower notes. Soprano gang ✊😭

[@LaraLocoge]

Not keep dreaming but keep working ;) and then you'll get there

[@MAG-jy8cg]

such an an amazing song

[@mandihakim9188]

Amazing! i would love to hear an accompaniment for 'Requiem".

[@theatrepianoaccompaniments2147]

It's uploaded!

[@SingEmilyGrace]

Thank you so much for this!!!!!

[@theatrepianoaccompaniments2147]

You are welcome!

[@singerAR0406]

this is gorgeous!!!! thank you!

[@theatrepianoaccompaniments2147]

You're welcome. And thank you!

[@MisKChief]

Amazing! Thank you!

[@theatrepianoaccompaniments2147]

You are welcome!

[@commonstreetrat]

Omg ty sm, this is gonna help me so much for practicing my for my audition

[@awtrees3143]

[HEIDI] It was a February day When your dad came by, before going away A U-Haul truck in the driveway The day it was suddenly real I told you not to come outside But you saw that truck And you smiled so wide A real live truck in your driveway We let you sit behind the wheel Goodbye, goodbye Now it's just me and my little guy And the house felt so big, and I felt so small The house felt so big, and I felt so small That night, I tucked you into bed I will never forget how you sat up and said "Is there another truck coming to our driveway? A truck that will take mommy away" And the house felt so big, and I felt so small The house felt so big, and I- And I knew there would be moments that I'd miss And I knew there would be space I couldn't fill And I knew I'd come up short a billion different ways And I did And I do And I will

[@Flotta3]

Heck why, I’m performing this in just over three hours and I can’t sing properly because I’m sick ;-; SAVE MY IMMORTAL SOUL

[@radioactive8662]

Felicity Charrett how’d it go?

[@jordanditto5698]

hey this is such a fantastic karaoke track. do you know if there could possibly be a track made for a male for So Big So Small. if you did this I would definitely promote you and it would be so incredibly amazing to me if you did this. thanks either way.

[@melodythomasmusicstudio]

Thank you so much for sharing this! I am a singing teacher but my piano playing is very weak and one of my students is working on this so this is going to be so very helpful. I see others have requested other songs from Evan Hansen below... I don't know if they ever got made, but if the sheet music would be helpful to you, don't hesitate to get in touch with me :)

[@alanamilligan8594]

My thespian audition song!!!! Wish me luck!!!

[@louloudaki_]

Same!!! Good luck man!!

[@avenueis1377]

why does this song make me so emotional???

[@theatrepianoaccompaniments2147]

Because it's tragic, and beautiful!

[@keziahk3066]

Hey! Thank you for letting me use your Sincerely Me track! I'm doing a medley on my channel and wanted to know if I could use this track as well? Once again, I will give you full credit!

[@cameronperez2881]

Hi!! Myself and many others would love love love if you could do Anybody Have A Map and Break In A Glove so we have the whole cast album because many people can't find it, and your recordings are always perfect so I figured I'd ask you!

[@theatrepianoaccompaniments2147]

I know...I really need to prioritize this. I keep putting off "Anybody have a map" because I can't seem to get it right without guitar/drums. I'll do it soon-ish. :-)

[@HobbitForming]

Could you do 'If I Could Tell Her' please??? I love your instrumentals!

[@theatrepianoaccompaniments2147]

I've made a recording of this, but I'm not very happy with it. Will post once I have time to do another take! It's one of my favorite songs from the show. :-)

[@HobbitForming]

Thank you!!!! I'm looking forward to it!!

[@emmahastings4600]

I would absolutely love it if you could do 'Me and the Sky' from Come From Away!!

[@lexicoley367]

This is absolutely beautiful! Would I be able to use it for a cover? (With credit of course!) xx

[@Unintelligentful]

You don't need to ask just steal it, nobody will know :)

[@czirenbless]

It was a February day When your dad came by, before going away A U-Haul truck in the driveway The day it was suddenly real I told you not to come outside But you saw that truck And you smiled so wide A real live truck in your driveway We let you sit behind the wheel Goodbye, goodbye Now it's just me and my little guy And the house felt so big, and I felt so small The house felt so big, and I felt so small That night, I tucked you into bed I will never forget how you sat up and said "Is there another truck coming to our driveway? A truck that will take mommy away" And the house felt so big, and I felt so small The house felt so big, and I And I knew there would be moments that I'd miss And I knew there would be space I couldn't fill And I knew I'd come up short a billion different ways And I did And I do And I will But like that February day I will take your hand, squeeze it tightly and say There's not another truck in the driveway Your mom isn't going anywhere Your mom is staying right here Your mom isn't going anywhere Your mom is staying right here No matter what I'll be here When it all feels so big 'Til it all feels so small When it all feels so big 'Til it all feels so small 'Til it all feels so small

[@achillin5556]

Thank you so much for this! For your next one can you do You will be found? Nobody has posted an instrumental of it yet.

[@theatrepianoaccompaniments2147]

I probably could do that, but potentially not for 1-3 weeks (I'm working on a doctorate right now...priorities). :-)

[@janac.2074]

You are incredibly talented. Thank you so much for sharing your music. This song in particular speaks to me, and I am so grateful that you chose to do an instrumental of it. Would it be alright if I cover it using this as accompaniment? If so, I would give you 100% credit and link to your video. Again, thank you so much for sharing. Your music is beautiful. -J

[@vampireknox]

Trying to channel my tears into my singing. Hoo boy 😢

[@jessiemoyer6824]

Apologizes if this is a dumb question, but what time in the video would be accurate to start singing? Thanks! Also this cover is beautiful and tear jerking ;w;

[@thetwizzler8096]

Riley Moyer around 0:12 or 0:13. You know how it repeats the same sound twice? When it goes to repeat it a third time start singing. Hope this could help!

[@ellastukenkemper2961]

I looove this song and i was wondering if you maybe had any sheet music for this beautiful instrumental? :)

[@Maria-kx1hk]

I love this so much! I wonder if I can use this for a cover in instagram? I'll credit you and your channel

[@AprilAnastasia]

This is amazing! You did a great job :) I'd love to cover this song on KZbin and I was wondering if I could use this?

[@theatrepianoaccompaniments2147]

Hi April! Sorry I didn't respond. Yes, go for it. Please credit me (and my page) in the description. Thanks. :-)

[@AprilAnastasia]

Thank you! No worries - my upload day is on Wednesdays so plenty of time ;) :D And of course I'll credit you! Maybe check it out then :p

[@lainiepicklesimer2067]

Please do a Break in a Glove one! All the ones I’ve found are only the soundtrack and don’t have the lyrics and I don’t know when to start!

[@sheridandwyer]

Wonderful job! I'd love to see Fight For You and Dead Girl Walking from Heathers if you have the time!

[@theatrepianoaccompaniments2147]

I'll keep it in mind for my summer projects!

[@justnox2629]

Hey can I use this for a cover? I’ll credit you! Also, I’m thinking of covering some other songs but I don’t know which ones....instead of asking for every one can I just use them if I promise to credit you in each one?

[@mariekepalmer2754]

I would also like to know this

[@annah2520]

Heidi: (Übersetzung nach Johanna Zett) Es war ein kalter Wintertag Dein Dad kam vorbei und holte seine Sachen ab Ein Riesen Truck in der Auffahrt Und plötzlich war alles real Ich schickte dich zurück ins Haus Doch du sahst den Truck Und kamst wieder zu uns raus Ein echter Truck in deiner Auffahrt Du am Steuer und am Gaspedal Refrain: Vorbei, Vorbei Seit diesem Tag Gab es nur noch uns zwei Und das Haus schien so groß Und ich schien so klein Das Haus schien so groß Und ich schien so klein

[@ernesthernandez6396]

This is absolutely beautiful! I am just obsessed with Dear Evan Hansen! may I use this as background music for a school project? I'm asking because it must be uploaded to youtube, i will credit you and link to your page.

[@theatrepianoaccompaniments2147]

Sure thing! Thanks!

[@thetwizzler8096]

I used this for my audition and I messed up at one of the high notes and I was going faster than the music and the drama teacher really seemed like she liked my audition but I don't think I did good. I'm so scared I really want to go to districts with the drama troupe! At least if she doesn't choose me then she says she wants to have me for at least one category so if I don't get the third solo my friend is most likely going to get it. The teacher even mentioned her when talking about the spots left for the solo (yes she mentioned another person who I'm going against for the final spot right after I had auditioned yikes!) Its a good thing I'm not so competitive that I would be jealous. I would be so happy for her! She did a song from Waitress and she was amazing. Its been like half an hour and I'm still freaking out!!!

[@disenchantedmoi1]

Break a Leg!! :) Be confident in yourself

[@thetwizzler8096]

Aww thanks you're really sweet! I needed that! Here's hoping for the best.

[@DesireeStamat]

Ok....updates?

[@kaleylecroy8141]

I need an update! Hope you did well :)

[@avabailey1664]

I don't know if you could do this or not, but I would really love an instrumental of Bedroom Down the Hall, a cut song from DEH that Pasek and Paul performed on a facebook live and is on youtube, and I think there is a website with the cords. I would greatly appreciate it because while it was cut, it's a gorgeous song and one of my favorites

[@theatrepianoaccompaniments2147]

Great idea!!!

[@pjm9275]

Amazing! Do you know of a way I could transpose this? I’m a guy so I want to transpose it from the key of G to B flat to better suit my voice. I can hit the low notes regularly in my register but it sounds boring lol

[@jaxlikessupernatural5052]

Could I use this for an Instagram cover?

[@chelseamcguinness3380]

This is amazing! Would you mind if I used this to cover the song? I will definitely put your name in the description and credit you!

[@theatrepianoaccompaniments2147]

Chelsea McGuinness Sure! And...thank you. :-)

[@theaandthemugs]

Hello Jess, I love this accompaniment! Would it be ok for you if I use it to make a video of me singing on my channel? Of course I would mention your contacts in the description of the video. Again, congrats for this beautiful interpretation. Hope to hear from you soon!

[@ThisGurlLovesMusic]

could you do this in a lower key possibly!!!

[@morganheinzen8871]

I'm so lost on when to sing what

[@mollymanhoff5545]

Hi! I was wondering if I could use this for the backing for a cover? If not it's okay, but I would make sure to credit you in the description and the end of the video!

[@theatrepianoaccompaniments2147]

I guess I neglected to reply (SO SORRY!) -- yes!

[@leversal]

This is amazing!!! Thank you for posting :) I have a masterclass with Andrew Lippa on Tuesday and was wondering if you would mind sending me the sheet music you transposed, as I would love to sing this song but can't find it anywhere else online? (I would obviously credit you) If you can help that would be amazing. Thanks, Lori

[@leversal]

If you can help my email is: [e-mail]

[@timmyong1518]

May I use this for a cover of the song? I will be crediting you by providing a link back here. I will be changing the key of this track, though.

[@Stagemaniac]

Can you do a version of this thats transposed to a male tenor? Please?

[@poppyjayne1755]

1:45

[@emveerosegutierrez666]

Hi! Permission to use this for my recital :) Hoping for your response! Thank you

[@faeA05]

I was wondering if you have the music sheets for this? I love this song, and I really would like to learn it. :)

[@theatrepianoaccompaniments2147]

I have a rough sketch done in pencil. It's not perfect, and doesn't have the vocal line. But if you want to see it, I can send a PDF via email (need your email address).

[@faeA05]

Theatre Piano Accompaniments by Jess Modaff it's [e-mail] thank you so much!!!!!

[@dearjaredkleinman2104]

Hey, I need to learn to play this for an audition, is there any way you could send me the sheet music for the song?

[@TessaBarcelo]

Could I use this for a cover at some point please? I'll make sure to credit you.

[@theatrepianoaccompaniments2147]

Tessa Rose Sings yep!

[@TessaBarcelo]

Thank you!

[@abbycampion5801]

2:10

[@bennettheyn]

In the Shallows - Lady Gaga. Anyone else think these songs sound similar?

[@becketttt]

Could I use this for a cover?

[@theatrepianoaccompaniments2147]

Sure. Just credit me in the comments. :-)

[@becketttt]

Theatre Piano Accompaniments by Jess Modaff Will do! Thanks so much!

[@sarahway3593]

Have you got the sheet music for this? Have an audition coming up and would love to do this song x

[@theatrepianoaccompaniments2147]

I have a rough sketch with just the pencilled-in piano part -- no vocal line. Send me your email if you want it.

[@sarahway3593]

That would be great, my email is [e-mail]

[@reesechristian9466]

WHERE did you find the sheet music for this?!?!? I NEED IT!!!! URGENT!!! Please help!

[@theatrepianoaccompaniments2147]

Do you need the piano part, or the notation for the vocal part too? I wrote just the piano part out by hand a while back (with pencil...not very glamorous). I can send you the piano part via email if interested. If so, send me your email address.

[@Jacob-du5if]

sheet music?

[@jaredm8727]

do you know where i can find sheet music for this?

[@theatrepianoaccompaniments2147]

Are you looking for a piano part? I transcribed it in shorthand with pencil, but didn't write the vocal line down. If you want what I wrote, send me your email.

[@delimeat5758]

I don’t feel the ritardando which adds more emotion effect to the song. But otherwise well done

[@sophieroche]

what would you say is the metronome for this song?

[@theatrepianoaccompaniments2147]

ES.AY. AM quarter note = 96 (or somewhere near there)

[@sophieroche]

thank you so much. this is actually helping me prepare for my upcoming singing assessment.

[@lukeshafer4327]

Do you have the sheet music?

[@theatrepianoaccompaniments2147]

I have transcribed the piano part (by hand...not using computer) for this. It's pretty sloppy, but I *might* have time to write a clean copy. Haven't transcribed the vocal part. Would that be useful?

[@annah2520]

Heidi: (Übersetzung nach Johanna Zett) Es war ein kalter Wintertag Dein Dad kam vorbei und holte seine Sachen ab Ein Riesen Truck in der Auffahrt Und plötzlich war alles real Ich schickte dich zurück ins Haus Doch du sahst den Truck Und kamst wieder zu uns raus Ein echter Truck in deiner Auffahrt Du am Steuer und am Gaspedal Refrain: Vorbei, Vorbei Seit diesem Tag Gab es nur noch uns zwei Und das Haus schien so groß Und ich schien so klein Das Haus schien so groß Und ich schien so klein

[@taylorsharp7333]

It was a February day When your dad came by, before going away A U-Haul truck in the driveway The day it was suddenly real I told you not to come outside But you saw that truck And you smiled so wide A real live truck in your driveway We let you sit behind the wheel Goodbye, goodbye Now it's just me and my little guy And the house felt so big, and I felt so small The house felt so big, and I felt so small That night, I tucked you into bed I will never forget how you sat up and said "Is there another truck coming to our driveway? A truck that will take mommy away" And the house felt so big, and I felt so small The house felt so big, and I- And I knew there would be moments that I'd miss And I knew there would be space I couldn't fill And I knew I'd come up short a billion different ways And I did And I do And I will But like that February day I will take your hand, squeeze it tightly and say There's not another truck in the driveway Your mom isn't going anywhere Your mom is staying right here Your mom isn't going anywhere Your mom is staying right here No matter what I'll be here When it all feels so big 'Til it all feels so small When it all feels so big 'Til it all feels so small 'Til it all feels so small

[@kkylie1217]

HEIDI: It was a February day When your dad came by before going away A U-Haul truck in the driveway The day was suddenly real I told you not to come outside But you saw that truck And you smiled so wide A real live truck in your driveway We let you sit behind the wheel Good-bye, good-bye Now it's just me and my little guy And the house felt so big, and I felt so small The house felt so big, and I felt so small That night I tucked you into bed I will never forget how you sat up and said "Is there another truck coming to our driveway A truck that will take mommy away” And the house felt so big, and I felt so small The house felt so big, and I And I knew there would be moments that I'd miss And I knew There would be space I couldn't fill And I knew I'd come up short a million different ways And I did And I do And I will But like that February day I will take your hand, squeeze it tightly and say "There's not another truck in the driveway Your mom isn't going anywhere Your mom will stay right here" Your mom isn't going anywhere Your mom will stay right here No matter what I'll be here When it feels so big 'til it all feels so small When it feels so big 'til it all feels so small ’Til it all feels so small

[@lain7504]

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[@lain7504]

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[@lain7504]

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