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The Bear Went Over the Mountain
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The Bear Went Over the Mountain A Musical Journey of Friendship and Adventure by John Higgins Choir - Sheet Music

By John Higgins
Reproducible Pak (Vocals, Lyric Sheets, Dialog) Choral (Repro Pak)

SKU: HL.9971419

A Musical Journey of Friendship and Adventure. Composed by John Higgins and John Jacobson. ExpressiveArts. Elementary, Musicals. 30 pages. Hal Leonard #9971419. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.9971419).

ISBN 9781423476450. UPC: 884088486570. 8.5x11.0x0.099 inches. John Jacobson/John Higgins.

Once upon a time there lived a bear with many friends, but he was restless. Surely there is more to life than eating honey and berries, and sleeping the winter away! It's time to expand my horizons, he thought. So one day, Da Bear declares “this is the day” and begins his journey up the mountain in search of adventure and - “to see what he could see,” of course. But beware! What's lurking over there? Come along and see what Da Bear and his animal buddies discover! Designed for young performers in Grades K-3, this delightful musical features 6 original songs in a variety of musical styles, easy rhyming dialog with 47 speaking parts easily adaptable for casts of varying sizes, and teaching objectives linked to the National Standards for each song. Simple movement, staging and costume tips are also provided to help stage a successful performance! Available: Teacher, Reproducible Pak (vocals, lyrics, dialog), Preview CD (with vocals), Preview Pak (1 Preview CD and sample pages), Performance/Accompaniment CD, Classroom Kit (Teacher, Repro Pak, P/A CD). Duration: ca. 25 minutes. Suggested for grades K-3.

  • Forever
  • This Is The Day
  • Push
  • Good Morning
  • Beware!
  • Sing Your Own SOng

Ratings + Reviews

Based on 4 Reviews
Emily R.
December 17, 2025
Fun and Achievable Musical Adventure!
I absolutely loved exploring 'The Bear Went Over the Mountain'! As an adult learner, the elementary difficulty (grades K-3) makes it totally achievable for a weekend project, which is great for building confidence. The story by John Higgins and John Jacobson is charming, and the six original songs are really enjoyable to play through. It's a delightful way to relax and make music.
Anonymous
December 16, 2025
Excellent Resource for Young Choirs!
This Reproducible Pak for 'The Bear Went Over the Mountain' is a fantastic teaching tool. Designed for Grades K-3, the difficulty is perfectly suited for elementary students, making it accessible for developing rhythm and reading skills. Hal Leonard's engraving quality is clear, aiding young performers. The musical journey theme encourages engagement, and the simple dialogue is a bonus for integrating drama.
Anonymous
December 16, 2025
Supportive Accompaniment for Young Singers
This musical is thoughtfully constructed for K-3 vocalists. The accompaniment texture is wonderfully supportive, often doubling the melody to ensure young singers find their pitches easily. The vocal ranges are perfectly set for this age group, and the "easy rhyming dialog" simplifies coaching. It's clear Higgins and Jacobson prioritized singer success in this 'Musical Journey'.
Anonymous
December 15, 2025
Solid Choice for School Musicals
While not a standard lead sheet for general gigs, this 'Musical Journey of Friendship and Adventure' Repro Pak is ideal for specific school and community performances. The arrangements are well-crafted for young voices. Chord symbols aren't explicitly provided in a lead sheet format, but the full score is clear. It's a comprehensive package, saving time for directing a K-3 musical.

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