A Million Dreams — Orchestra Sheet Music
The anthem of hope from The Greatest Showman, arranged for full symphony orchestra by Paul Lorenz
Every conductor who has stood before an orchestra knows the singular power of “A Million Dreams” — a melody that transforms an audience from passive listeners into believers. Yet most available orchestra sheet music for this iconic song reduces its cinematic grandeur to simplified school-level parts, stripping away the very orchestration that makes hearts soar. This professional orchestra sheet music by Paul Lorenz restores every layer of emotional depth: the tender string introduction, the building woodwind textures, the triumphant brass fanfare that carries the final chorus to its breathtaking climax. Crafted to MOLA engraving standards and refined through 30 years of experience with the world’s leading ensembles — monumental, cinematic, and unmistakably professional.
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Orchestra Arrangement
€59.90The complete concert-ready package for professional performances. Includes the full conductor’s score and all individually extracted parts — ready for the stand, ready for the stage.
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Quality in detail
- MOLA-Compliant Engraving: 8.5 mm staff size and 600 DPI resolution for crystal-clear reading at any distance or lighting condition.
- Intelligent Page Layouts: Optimized page turns placed at natural rests, with generous margins for annotations and real-world conducting.
- Rehearsal-Ready Notation: Measure numbers at every system and clearly marked rehearsal letters at major structural landmarks.
- Instant PDF Delivery: Download begins immediately after purchase — no rental contracts, no shipping delays, permanently yours.
- Complete Instrumentation: Every part professionally extracted and proofread. No missing pages, no counting errors, no surprises at rehearsal.
- Bespoke Customization Available: Need a saxophone instead of clarinet, or a transposition for your soloist? Contact us for tailored adjustments.
A Million Dreams orchestra sheet music at a glance
| Song | A Million Dreams — Benj Pasek & Justin Paul, The Greatest Showman (2017) |
| Arrangement | Full symphony orchestra with solo vocal |
| Arranger | Paul Lorenz — arrangements recorded with the London Symphony Orchestra at Abbey Road |
| Scoring | Strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion, rhythm section + solo vocal |
| Difficulty | Professional & advanced community orchestras |
| Format | A3 conductor’s score + all extracted parts — 600 DPI PDF, print- and tablet-ready |
| Engraving | MOLA-compliant, 8.5 mm staff, rehearsal letters at every landmark |
| Licensing | Arrangement print license included; performance via your PRO (ASCAP / BMI / PRS / GEMA) |
| Price | €59.90 |
Is this edition right for your orchestra?
Choose this full-orchestra edition when you want the cinematic scale of the original — the tender string opening, the building woodwinds, the triumphant brass fanfare under the final chorus. It is written for:
- gala and pops concerts that need an emotional high point
- film-music programmes alongside other cinematic repertoire
- advanced community and professional orchestras with a full section roster
- a soloist showcase, with the vocal line front and centre
If your forces are smaller, a Piano, Vocal & Guitar edition of A Million Dreams is also published — see the related arrangements below, or ask us which edition fits your ensemble.
What you receive
- The full conductor’s score in A3 format
- Every orchestral part individually extracted and proofread — strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion, rhythm section
- The solo vocal part
- High-resolution 600 DPI PDFs, delivered instantly and permanently yours — no rental, no shipping
Programming A Million Dreams for maximum impact
This is a piece that earns its place as an emotional centrepiece rather than a warm-up. Let the strings establish the intimacy of the opening, build patiently through the woodwind textures, and save the full weight of the brass for the last chorus — the moment audiences remember. It closes a first half beautifully and works as a soloist feature in a film-music set. Explore the related arrangements below to build the rest of your programme, or contact Paul Lorenz Music for a bespoke suggestion.
Customer reviews
5.0 out of 5 · 1 review
★★★★★A fantastic arrangement! The song's dynamics come across perfectly in the orchestra. The parts are superbly distributed, so both strings and winds get their moment to shine. The audience was absolutely thrilled!
Marcus S., Conductor
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A Million Dreams sheet music — frequently asked questions
What exactly is included in the download?
You receive a complete, performance-ready package: the full conductor’s score in A3 format, all individual orchestral parts (strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion, rhythm section), and a solo vocal part. Everything is delivered as high-resolution PDF files optimized for both screen reading and professional printing at 600 DPI.
What is the difficulty level of this arrangement?
This arrangement is designed for professional and advanced ensembles. The orchestral parts are suitable for symphony orchestras and accomplished community orchestras. Individual parts are idiomatically written with comfortable ranges and logical phrasing to ensure efficient sight-reading.
Do I need a performance license?
Your purchase covers the print license for the arrangement. Since “A Million Dreams” by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul is a contemporary composition under copyright, public performances must be registered with your local performing rights organization (ASCAP, BMI, or PRS). Standard venue licensing applies as usual for ticketed events.
Can the arrangement be customized for my ensemble?
Absolutely. Paul Lorenz Music offers bespoke customization services — a capability unique in the industry. Whether you need alternative instrumentation, transpositions for a specific soloist, or adjustments to accommodate your ensemble’s roster, we can tailor this arrangement to your exact requirements. Contact us directly to discuss your needs.
What is your refund policy?
We stand behind the quality of every arrangement. Because these are instant PDF downloads, we recommend reviewing the score preview thoroughly and contacting us with any questions before purchasing — we are happy to assist. Refunds cannot be issued once a download has been accessed.