The Greatest Showman | A Million Dreams | Benj Pasek and Justin Paul
A Million Dreams from The Greatest Showman, composed by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, is an uplifting and inspirational song that reflects the film’s themes of ambition, imagination, and hope. The song begins with a delicate piano accompaniment, supporting a gentle, dreamlike melody. As it progresses, the arrangement builds with lush orchestration, including strings, percussion, and backing vocals, creating a sense of growing optimism and wonder. The soaring vocal lines, filled with emotional warmth, embody the boundless dreams and aspirations of the characters. With its dynamic shifts between soft, reflective moments and powerful, exuberant choruses, the song perfectly captures the emotional journey from humble beginnings to grand visions, making it a heartfelt anthem of perseverance and vision.
Duration: 4.30
Instrumentation: 2,2,3,2 – 4,3,3,1 – timp, 4perc – d.s.,eguit,ebs,synth – hp – strings – vocal solo m/f – chorus SATB (opt.)
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