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The Hobbit Musical Overview Product Code: H03000

To help you find the perfect musical for your next performance, we have provided this overview of the vocal and orchestral demands for this title. Solo Songs: Yes Ensemble/Large Chorus Songs: No Main Character Details: Gandalf (m): Bb3-F5 vocals, moderate Bilbo (m): C4-A5 vocals, moderate Thorin (m): Bb3-G5 vocals, moderate Kili and Fili (m): B3-G5 vocals, moderate Dori, Nori and Ori (m): Bb3-G5 vocals, moderate Oin and Gloin (m): B3-G5 vocals, moderate Bifur and Bofur (m): B3-G5 vocals, moderate Bombur (m): B3-G5 vocals, moderate William (m): Bb3-E5 vocals, moderate Bert (m): Bb3-C5 vocals, easy Tom (m): Bb3-C5 vocals, easy Great Goblin, Patrol Leader and Councillors (m): G#4-E5 vocals, easy Gollum (m): C4-D5 vocals, easy Smaug (m): B4-D6 vocals, difficult Total Number of Songs: 19 Vocal Demands: Moderate Orchestral Demands: Moderate Size of Orchestra: Large (9+)

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©renewed MM byRUTH PERRY (Book)

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