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The American Dream
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Teacher Edition Choral (Teacher's Edition)
SKU: HL.9970553
A Musical Celebration of America's Early Heritage. Composed by John Jacobson, Roger Emerson. Expressive Art (Choral). Children's Musical. Score. 64 pages. Hal Leonard #9970553. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.9970553).ISBN 9798350106954. UPC: 073999705539. 9.0x12.0x0.16 inches. John Jacobson/Roger Emerson.
Become a part of America's history with this fact-filled and entertaining tribute that chronicles the early years of the United States. Elementary and middle school students will have fun while reinforcing what they study in social studies class. From the earliest explorers through the post Civil War Reconstruction, THE AMERICAN DREAM combines music, history and drama to learn important dates, facts and ideas, not to mention crucial documents that have shaped America through its colorful development. This historic and entertaining 30-minute musical features 7 original songs, connective script, John Jacobson's choreography (both in the Teacher Edition and on a separate video) and helpful production guide. The Singer's Edition includes vocals and script.
Available: Teacher Edition, Singer Edition, Performance/Accompaniment CD, Preview CD, Choreography Video. Performance Time: Approx. 30 minutes. For grades 4-8.
Teacher's Edition contains: 7 original songs, connective script, John Jacobson's choreography
- American Dream Finale
- Broken Dreams
- (Gonna Be A) Revolution
- I Had a Dream
- Movin On Out!
- We Call It America
- We The People
Ratings + Reviews
Based on 5 Reviews
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Anonymous
December 17, 2025
Fun and Engaging Americana Musical!
I absolutely love participating in community school events, and 'The American Dream' is such a rewarding project! Designed for grades 4-8, the musical numbers are achievable for an adult hobbyist assisting with piano or directing. The 'Musical Celebration of America's Early Heritage' theme is so engaging, and the songs are genuinely catchy. It brings a lot of enjoyment, helping students learn history through music.
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Sarah M.
December 17, 2025
Excellent Resource for Young Choirs
This Teacher's Edition of 'The American Dream' is a fantastic find for elementary and middle school programs. The clear engraving makes sight-reading much easier for young students, and the songs are well-structured for teaching rhythmic accuracy and vocal reading. The accessible difficulty level ensures success for grades 4-8, fostering a love for performance while reinforcing key historical concepts. A truly encouraging and comprehensive package.
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Anonymous
December 16, 2025
Perfectly Supports Young Singers
This score for 'The American Dream' is thoughtfully designed for collaborative work with young singers. The accompaniment texture is wonderfully supportive, often reinforcing melodic lines for security while providing a rich harmonic foundation. The vocal ranges are ideal for grades 4-8, ensuring vocal comfort and success. As a coach, I appreciate how this arrangement empowers students to sound their best, making the learning process truly enjoyable and effective.
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Anonymous
December 15, 2025
Practical Score for School Musicals
As a professional accompanist, this Teacher's Edition for 'The American Dream' is quite practical for school musical gigs. The score's comprehensive nature, including script and choreography notes, is a real time-saver. While it's 64 pages, the structure of a musical means natural breaks for page turns. The arrangement is solid for young voices, making it a reliable choice for any director looking for a quality children's production score.
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Anonymous
June 03, 2014
The American Dream
I did this musical with 130 fourth graders and they had a blast performing it. There are plenty of speaking parts and the songs are so catchy. I will definitely do this musical again in the future.
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