Les Miserables (Selections from the Motion Picture): Flex Ensemble Conductor Score & Parts
Arranged by Johnnie Vinson
Grade: 2-3
Item: 35-PK00272896
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From the powerful motion picture adaptation of the Broadway classic, here is a terrific sounding medley scored for flexible instrumentation and playable with just about any combination of players. Includes: "Look Down, I Dreamed a Dream, Suddenly, Master of the House", and "Do You Hear the People Sing?" Dur: 5:50
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00272896
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About the Arranger: Johnnie Vinson
Johnnie Vinson has built a reputation as an arranger who understands what works in the rehearsal room and on stage. His arrangements prioritize accessibility without sacrificing musicality, making him a trusted voice for educators seeking flexible scoring that sounds polished from day one.
Vinson's work spans multiple genres and ensemble configurations. He has developed a knack for adapting well-known material in ways that honor the original while serving the practical needs of school and community ensembles.
Why we love this
Vinson captures the emotional sweep of these iconic moments without requiring a massive instrumentation or advanced reading skills. The medley structure lets you program a genuine theatrical moment in under six minutes, and the flexible scoring means you're never scrambling to fill parts on rehearsal day.
What to expect
Sweeping and theatrical. The arrangement moves you from intimate reflection through ensemble fervor, capturing the dramatic arc that made the film resonate. There is real dignity in these melodies, and the orchestration respects that.
Who it's for
Bands and orchestras working at the Grade 2-3 level who want genuine musical substance without excessive technical demands. This is ideal for directors with flexible instrumentation rosters or those bridging younger and older players in the same group.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the vocal line heavily in the first number (Look Down) so the story comes through even without a sung melody; the orchestration supports, never competes.
- Find the emotional center in I Dreamed a Dream and let the accompaniment breathe; resist the urge to push tempo, which will flatten the pathos.
- Use the tempo shift into Master of the House as a moment to reset ensemble cohesion; the character change is audible and gives players a fresh mental marker.
- Build momentum steadily through Do You Hear the People Sing rather than starting at full volume; the payoff comes from the collective swell, not from starting big.
How to use it
Anchor a spring concert around this medley and build the rest of the program in dialogue with it. You could pair it with lighter fare beforehand to sharpen the contrast, or use it as a closing statement that sends the audience out on an emotional note. It also works well as a finale for a film music or Broadway-themed concert.
Skills your students will build
- Balancing melody and accompaniment in ensemble texture
- Executing dynamic contrasts across four distinct musical moments
- Reading flexible instrumentation cues and adjusting part assignments
- Sustaining emotional character through tempo and phrasing choices
- Responding to tempo and key changes within a medley structure