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"The Impossible Dream (The Quest)" is a popular song composed by Mitch Leigh, with lyrics written by Joe Darion. The song is the most popular song from the 1965 Broadway musical Man of La Mancha and is also featured in the 1972 film of the same name starring Peter O'Toole.
The complete song is first sung by Don Quixote as he stands vigil over his armor, in response to Aldonza (Dulcinea)'s question about what he means by "following the quest". It is reprised partially three more times – the last by prisoners in a dungeon as Miguel de Cervantes and his manservant mount the drawbridge-like prison staircase to face trial by the Spanish Inquisition.
It was awarded the Contemporary Classics Award from the Songwriter's Hall of Fame
Release Date: 1965
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Inspire your students to reach for new heights with this great gospel-flavored arrangement. This is my quest, to follow that star, no matter how hopeless, no matter how far;...Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, Instrumental Pak (parts for Trumpet I & II, Tenor Sax, Trombone, Synthesizer I & II, Guitar, Bass and Drums) and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 4:25
Arranger: Mac Huff | Composer: Mitch Leigh | Lyricist: Joe Darion | Musical: Man of La Mancha
Inspirational lyrics, a lush accompaniment, and well-crafted vocal harmonies. What more could you ask from this thrilling new arrangement by Mark Hayes? A real tour de force that is equally moving with either the full piano accompaniment or the complete orchestration.
Arranger: Mark Hayes | Composer: Mitch Leigh | Lyricist: Joe Darion | Musical: Man of La Mancha
From the Broadway musical Man Of La Mancha, here is a fresh take on this iconic song. Set in an a cappella fashion for SSATB choir, this song, covered by countless singers and in many languages, is a great closer for any concert.
Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: Mitch Leigh | Musical: Man Of La Mancha
From Man of La Mancha, this impressive concert arrangement is now available separately: men's chorus. Available: SATB, SAB, TTB. Performance Time: Approx. 3:00.
Arranger: John Leavitt | Composer: Mitch Leigh | Lyricist: Joe Darion | Musical: Man of La Mancha
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