The Wizard of Oz: Choral Instrumental Pak
Arranged by Mark Brymer
Item: 35-PK00350099
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For over 75 years, "The Wizard of Oz" has been one of Hollywood's most memorable films with timeless songs that have taken a prominent place in popular culture. Choirs and audiences will love the celebration of these classics in an easily-learned 7.5-minute medley, which includes: "Ding-Dong! The Witch Is Dead, Follow the Yellow Brick Road, If I Only Had a Brain, If I Only Had a Heart, If I Only Had the Nerve, If I Were King of the Forest, The Merry Old Land of Oz, Munchkinland, Optimistic Voices, Over the Rainbow" and "We're Off to See the Wizard"
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00350099
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About the Arranger: Mark Brymer
Mark Brymer has built a distinguished career as an arranger and composer, with extensive work across choral, instrumental, and vocal genres. His arrangements are known for accessibility without sacrificing musicality, making classic material singable and enjoyable for ensembles of varying abilities.
Why we love this
Brymer distills eleven beloved songs into a coherent 7.5-minute arc that honors the film's emotional journey while keeping the learning curve gentle. Your singers get the satisfaction of performing instantly recognizable melodies, and your audience hears a narrative that actually goes somewhere instead of a random song collection.
What to expect
Pure theatrical joy, filtered through Brymer's clean arranging hand. You get the emotional core of "Over the Rainbow" alongside the playful hop of "Ding-Dong! The Witch Is Dead," all moving at a pace that keeps energy high without feeling rushed.
Who it's for
Concert choirs, festival ensembles, and community choruses looking for crowd-pleasing repertoire that doesn't demand months of rehearsal. Intermediate to advanced ensembles will find this especially useful for spring concerts or pops programs.
How to get the most out of it
- Treat the medley as a mini-musical with dramatic arcs between sections. "Over the Rainbow" needs breathing room and vulnerability; "We're Off to See the Wizard" needs infectious energy. These contrasts make the performance memorable.
- Work the munchkin moments and character-driven songs (Brain, Heart, Nerve, Cowardly Lion) with theatrical specificity. Even in a choral setting, letting singers inhabit the personality of each number lifts the whole piece.
- Balance choir swell with instrumental clarity in transitions between songs. The arrangement likely needs the orchestra to anchor key modulations and tempo shifts, so rehearse those handoff moments carefully.
How to use it
Perfect for a family-friendly concert finale or the centerpiece of a pops program. The medley also works as an accessible entry point for ensembles beginning their festival season, since the material is so familiar that singers can focus on blend and diction rather than learning new melodies.
Skills your students will build
- Quick melody absorption and retention across multiple key centers
- Theatrical interpretation of character-driven lyrics
- Transitions between contrasting tempos and moods
- Ensemble blend when shifting focus between soloist and choir textures
- Coordination with instrumental accompaniment in a medley format