Magic Kingdom 50th Pictorial Guide

Julie Andrews | Kids of the Kingdom

Born during the rise of variety shows hosted by the likes of Carol Burnett and Sonny & Cher, the televised “Grand Opening of Walt Disney World” was filled with musical performances including this Funk and Bubblegum Pop infused arrangement of Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah featuring the Mary Poppins’ star and the Kids of the Kingdom singing and dancing the entire length of Main Street to Cinderella Castle.

(Mickey Mouse Club March)
The Walt Disney World Band

Playing almost continuously under several names (currently The Main Street Philharmonic) since the opening of the Magic Kingdom this marching band’s repertoire consists of upbeat renditions of Disney Classics and Ragtime Swing standards.

The Dapper Dans

A Main Street tradition beginning at Disneyland in 1959, this Barbershop Quartet performs daily up and down Main Street and teams up with the Band during the Flag Retreat Ceremony.
Pictured in front of the Flower Market in now gone West Center Street is the group from circa 1977 including…
Yellow: Bub Thomas, Green: Peter Marks, Red: Neel Tyree, & Purple: Buddy Seeburg

R & R Sherman | Jerry Herman

Beginning in 1988 to 1991 the Magic Kingdom received several significant upgrades via newly appointed park Art Director Tom K Morris who would later design Le Chateau de la Belle au Dormant for (then) Euro Disney’s Fantasyland. Among many other things, Tom supervised the installation of several new atmospheres (BGMs) for the park including Main Street USA (implemented in 1992) which now incorporated not just turn-of-the-century songs, but also numbers from period-appropriate musicals such as The Happiest Millionaire & Hello Dolly. The latter film greatly influenced the careers of Imagineers Eddie Sotto & Tony Baxter thus their inclusion here :)

Balafón Marimba Ensemble

This jaunty & authentic West African Balafón number is, to many, the quintessential piece of Adventureland atmosphere, that played on the entry bridge for more than a generation as well as the opening number for the Walt Disney World Railroad.

Buddy Baker

Beginning with “Talking Drums” that would later underscore the “Liki Tikis” area in front of the Jungle Cruise, this track continues with sounds of the jungle, followed by the drums of the natives and finally the evocative roneat-esque gamelan heard in the deep recesses of the flooded Cambodian Temple.

Felix Slaktin

Just over the bridge into Adventureland was once Adventureland Veranda. Originally presented by Kikkoman, although architecturally British Colonial this complex was once distinctly themed as a cross between Oriental influences and South Seas style complete with a sublimely serene atmosphere of mid-century exotica songs compiled by Jack Wagner. For a lot more info on this (as well as the complete 1971 loop) please see Foxx Notle’s incredible research on the subject.

Painting by Dorothea Redmond, 1967

Dallas McKennan & Sebastian Cabot

A sprawling complex in comparison to its California predecessor, the Sunshine Pavilion although light on Tiki Gods, makes up for it with the comedic performance of Clyde and Claude who tell of their first exploits in their Floridian home.

Painting by Collin Campbell, 1969

R & R Sherman | George Bruns

Musically identical to the original 1963 Enchanted Tiki Room show, Tropical Serenade’s distinction is the room itself with its high cathedral ceilings and large windows looking onto dioramas of a Polynesian paradise complete with shimmering water effects, erupting volcanoes and rainwater that enhance the show at its climax.

R & R Sherman | Anita Bryant

Beginning his life as a simple mascot for the Florida Citrus Commission, the Orange Bird was featured on multiple products including albums and educational shorts. Orange Bird was often seen roaming Adventureland in the early days as a walkaround character but was phased out in the early 80s until he resurfaced both on merchandise and in popularity at Tokyo Disneyland in the early 2000s before making his way back home to nest at the Sunshine Pavilion where our adorably leafy-winged feathered friend is more popular than ever!

Attraction Poster by Jason Grandt, 2012

J.P. and the Silver Stars

Beyond the primitive surroundings of the Polynesia-inspired Adventureland proper lies Caribbean Plaza — a part of the Spanish Main that straddles the past and present with the 17th century Castillo del Morro and modern steel drum atmosphere such as this original composition performed by the live band that once performed multiple times a day from the park’s opening to the turn of the century in 1999.

George Bruns | Xavier Atencio

The classic attraction that shouldn’t exist, Pirates of the Caribbean was intended to be a uniquely Disneyland experience until public outcry overruled previous plans and the Pirates found their way back to their historical roots in Florida.
Rather than a copy of the New Orleans Square time travel framing, this version of the attraction puts you right in the middle of the seige already underway as you traverse through El Castillo del Morro hearing strains of the Pirates Life Theme, before passing the cellar dungeon with echoes of slow guitars and finally Pirates Bay where you set “sail with the wildest crew that ever sacked the Spanish Main!”

George Bruns | Xavier Atencio

Beginning its evolution as a Bear Band Restaurant for the never-realized Mineral King ski resort, this rural group of Kodiak’s capitalizes on the Country-Western Crazy that was just beginning to dominate the airwaves in the early 70s with a Hee Haw-like variety show performed in the aptly named Grizzly Hall.

For an extremely comprehensive look at the origins of this attraction’s soundtrack, Foxx Notle’s two-part The Music of the Country Bear Jamboree is a must-read!

Attraction Poster by Jim Michaelson, Marc Davis & Eddie Martinez, 1978

John Hodges | Mark McConnell

Occupying most of the space originally designated for the fabled Western River Expedition, this medley for the “Wildest Ride in the Wilderness” begins in the Mining Company’s offices and train station with “Buffalo Gals” and continues with the rarely heard “Ballad of Big Thunder” that relates the original story of the Mountain’s mysterious and dangerous past.

John Debney | Allie Wrubel | Charles Wolcott

Originally developed under the name “Zip-a-Dee River Run”, this “Song of the South” inspired attraction was expanded from its Critter Country original to contain several more show scenes and a completely different soundtrack deriving more from the Bluegrass genre than the Dixieland stylings of the Disneyland original.

Attraction Poster by Larry Nikolai, 1992

Fife & Drum Corps

Referred to as “The Heart of Disney World” on the Grand Opening TV special, Liberty Square was originally conceived as an expansion of Disneyland’s Main Street USA. Although never realized in California, this entirely new Land was perfectly suited for both the East Coast and the fastly approaching Bicentennial celebrating the 200th birthday of America. Adding to the revolutionary energy is the ever-present Fife & Drum Corps that brings to life the Spirit of ‘76 for Liberty Square.

Buddy Baker | Royal Dano | Lawrence Dobkin

A presentation developed by Walt Disney himself as “One Nation Under God” for the never-realized Liberty Street expansion of Disneyland, this excerpt is from the climax of the show when the curtains rise to reveal the (then) 37 Presidents of the United States, in exquisite detail. Continuing with a speech from the 16th Abraham Lincoln which is just as prophetic today as it was in his time, concluding with a stirring rendition of the “Battle Hymn of the Republic”.

Attraction Poster by John DeCuir Sr., 1971

George Bruns | Buddy Baker

With its roots deeply planted in cinema much more so than the amusement industry, theme parks owe much of their sophistication to transplanted Hollywood Art Directors as is the case with the relationship between Liberty Square and the 1957 Walt Disney Production “Johnny Tremain”. A film where every aspect of its production design seems to have served as the inspiration for every inch of Liberty Square. At the climax of this film, the Sons of Liberty celebrate the conclusion of the Boston Tea Party by congregating at the Liberty Tree singing the original version of this song.

For an exhaustive analysis of this atmosphere as well as a complete recording, please visit Foxx Notle’s “The Music of Liberty Square, 1980 - Now” essay.

(The Original Tour)
Buddy Baker | Xavier Atencio | Paul Frees | Eleanor Audley | Thurl Ravenscroft

In comparing them to their primary predecessor, The Haunted Mansion is simultaneously the Citizen Kane and Vertigo of theme park attractions. No attraction before or since has been able to entrance its visitors quite like it has, nor has any ride been able to encapsulate the theatricality of themed entertainment in such a flawless marriage of form and function.

This arrangement represents the attraction in its original incorruptible state, long before its “Re-Haunting” 3D sound systems, excessive staircases and bloviating black widow bride complete with references to its initial graveyard screams and thunder effects.

Al Hoffman | Buddy Baker

Situated near the epicenter of the world’s most populous theme park is a seaside setting of seeming impossible serenity. The Columbia Harbour House is, in many ways, the World’s real “best-kept secret” as its most avid of fans are reluctant to sing its praises for fear of the masses spoiling its tranquility, and I see no point in going against that tide ;)

Its atmosphere is naturally comprised of various sea shanties and was once shared with the 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea attraction where one could also hear the film’s “A Whale of a Tale” making a most perfect segway to sail into the next port-of-call on our musical voyage through Magic Kingdom History.

Lay a course for more on the history of the Columbia Harbour House.

Paul Smith

Unlike its Californian counterpart, Submarine Voyage, this submerged attraction is not only inspired by its namesake film but seeks to recreate it. Although strangely situated in Fantasyland, this science fiction expedition once departed from the caldera of Vulcania to the depths of the ocean floor with this organ variation of “Nemo’s Theme” playing continuously throughout your journey under the sea.

Painted by Leo Svendsen, 1969

Jack Wagner

Our first forté into Fantasyland (proper), is ascending the spiral staircase inside Cinderella Castle to dine in the sophisticated surroundings of King Stefan’s Banquet Hall, featuring a befitting atmosphere comprised of period chamber music lightly peppered with medieval variations of classic Disney songs.

Note: Many have commented on the alleged incongruency of having Aurora’s father host a restaurant inside Cinderella’s Castle. The error here is embedded in that sentence itself, as Cinderella is the inspiration for, but does not (possessively) own the Castle which (as evidenced by the multiple prominent crests) is literally a Disney Castle.

(Loading Queue)
Frank Churchill | Buddy Baker

The original, darker version of this attraction where you, the guest, played the role of Snow White, being serenaded by the Dwarfs but mostly terrorized by the Wicked Queen.
The loading area is most peculiar as this version of “I’m Wishing” is identical to the one heard in Mickey Mouse Revue just a few steps away.

Charles Wolcott | Buddy Baker

One attraction with two separate experiences in one and both of them Merrily on their way to nowhere at all!

Oliver Wallace | Buddy Baker

The classic attraction significantly upgraded from the original, this simple version of “You Can Fly” serves as that underscore for the entire attraction with several scene-specific interpretations overlayed on top.

Painting by Morgan Ditta, 2015

R & R Sherman | Bobby Hammack

A departure from its West Coast counterpart in several ways, this classic attraction is represented by its differences from the Disneyland/New York World’s Fair original. Including a variation of its theme only heard in Florida (and subsequently Tokyo) incarnations and the Polynesian additions that premiered with the Magic Kingdom version of the “Happiest Cruise That Ever Sailed”.

(Overture)
Buddy Baker | Various Artists

One of the three attractions to premiere at the Magic Kingdom, this Audio-Animatronic production featured charming representations of classic characters, but a mostly off-putting score.

Sammy Fain | George Wilkins

When King Stefan was overthrown for Cinderella in 1997, the formerly-named Banquet Hall was given a modest makeover featuring brighter textiles and a musical atmosphere featuring an entirely Disney repertoire arranged in a slightly more “modernized” Renaissance style than its Medieval predecessor.
Just as in several other areas of the park in the 1990s, this is also a repurposing of a composition performed for Disneyland Paris’ Auberge de Cendrillon Restaurant.

Brad Dechter | Sammy Fain | Oliver Wallace

The wildly chaotic spinning ride is reflected by its frenetic score arranged by another huge Disney music fan Brad Dechter who also was the orchestrator for IllumiNations 25 “B” and the Disney•MGM Studios production of Fantasmic!

Poster by John Drury & Greg Paul, 1985

R & R Sherman | Buddy Baker

Songs for a Silly Old Bear receive a symphonic treatment in this score for the attraction that replaced Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride in 1999.

Frank Churchill | Michael Tavera

Making its debut in 2014, this diminutive roller coaster is as charming as its namesake and considering its tiny footprint an unsung masterpiece in spatial design. Seven Dwarfs Mine Train features Bavarian polka renditions of the Snow White songs arranged by Michael Tavera including a few that were left out of the film including “You’re Never too Old to be Young” & “Music In Your Soup”.

Paul Dukas | Alan Menken | Joel McNeely

Following the export of Mickey Mouse Revue to Tokyo Disneyland in 1982, and a string of thematically inconsistent presentations like Magic Journeys and the Legend of the Lion King, the Fantasyland Theater returned to its symphonic roots in 2003 with the opening of Mickey’s PhilharMagic starring Donald Duck.
The newly christened Fantasyland Concert Hall features an atmosphere of assorted underscores from (mostly modern) animated features. This suite consists of cues including The Sorcerer’s Apprentice (featured in PhilharMagic itself) and cues from Beauty and the Beast as well as the Little Mermaid representing those areas of “New Fantasyland” not covered in this collection, and the Main Titles from Return to Neverland to compensate for lack of previous Peter Pan’s Flight coverage.

Dan Kirsten

As it was with the opening of Disneyland 16 years before, Tomorrowland was nearly non-existent for the opening day of the Magic Kingdom. Only the Grand Prix Raceway was open that October with recycled Flights to the Moon and Circlevision shows not coming online until months afterward.

The soundscape of tomorrow was curated by Jack Wagner and comprised of compositions from the Capitol Media Music catalog including the two songs “Sea Living” and “Jet Propulsion” in this track.

(Once Again) Check out Foxx Notle’s coverage on The Early Music of Tomorrowland for the entire loop and its history.

Buddy Baker | Astrud Gilberto

Beginning with the “Fly Eastern Theme”, this 1971 demo of the If You Had Wings soundtrack follows your journey to various Eastern Airlines destinations.

(aka RCA Leads the Way)
Buddy Baker

Both the first computer-controlled roller coaster and set in the dark, the original Space Mountain Post-Show was a Goodyear Speedramp trip through RCA’s Home of the Future that prophetically featured many of the technological advances we enjoy today and all while various versions of this catchy RCA theme played overhead.

(Now is the Time Version)
R & R Sherman | Buddy Baker

From its inception at the 1964 New York World’s Fair to its short-lived residency at Disneyland’s New Tomorrowland “World on the Move” in 1967, the Carousel of Progress moved once again to its permanent (?) home at the Magic Kingdom. Featuring a new theme commissioned by General Electric itself with the logic that a Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow was already here and that Now is the Best Time of Your Life, this version of the Carousel of Progress (although missing the satisfying finale of the two previous versions) did have the distinction of presenting the most naturalistic script that even foretold of the optimistic 80s that began more than five years after its debut.

Henrik Neilsen | Neil Amsterdam

Jack Wagner returns to the Capitol Media Music catalog in 1975 with some newer, smoother cuts. Fascinatingly, (and unlike today) the WEDway overhead speakers were separated from the rest of Tomorrowland’s atmosphere giving it an entirely unique soundscape than one would get walking around the land.

Attraction Poster by Lou Van Derbeken, Rudy Lord, Ernie Prinzhorn, & Jim Michaelson, 1974

Mannheim Steamroller

A seemingly forgotten phase of Tomorrowland’s development was the Post-Epcot opening refresh of the area with new attractions and shows featuring new color schemes and a bold new entrance tile mural. Coinciding with this lost era was the debut of a New Age atmosphere with this one all from Mannheim Steamroller including this representative “The Fourth Door” on his “Fresh Aire II” album.

(Once Again) Check out Foxx Notle’s coverage on The New Age Music of Tomorrowland for the entire loop and its history.

Basil Poledouris

After his success with “Impressions de France” for Epcot’s World Showcase, Rick Harper brought his unique gift for travelogues back to the United States with “American Journeys” a significant upgrade from the various versions of “American the Beautiful” that had played almost exclusively from the opening of Disneyland.
Although represented by this Synth arrangement, American Journeys did feature a rich orchestral score, which you can listen to as Track 67 on Chris’ Disneyland Audio Tour.

Edo Guidotti

Simply the greatest EPCOT Center attraction outside of Epcot, Delta Dreamflight took its passengers through great moments in the history of aviation starting in a futuristic terminal of tomorrow and then boarding the 767 Spirit of Delta that opens up into the loading area surrounded by a massive mural depicting the earliest flights of Delta Airlines, followed by a whimsical pop-up book style depiction of Barnstorming, a film presentation of death-defying stunts, a swanky 1940s global clipper take-off from San Fransico to Tokyo and Paris, culminating in a supersonic take off to the future!

R & R Sherman | George Wilkins

By the early 90s, our Carousel had been turning the same show for nearly 20 years and it was time to update. And honestly the less I say about this regressive version the better. However, the only saving grace is the delightful new renditions of the returning great Big Beautiful Tomorrow theme arranged by the incomparable George Wilkins!

David Arkenstone | Vangelis

With the invention of Discoveryland for Disneyland Paris and the existence of EPCOT Center’s Future World, magic kingdoms around the world were given creative license to rebrand Tomorrowlands into fanciful depictions of RetroFuturism.
The first of these was The Magic Kingdom’s ambitious redesign into a Metropolis-inspired vision featuring a new architectural style - DecoTech a unique blending of Art Deco and High-Technology.

Although beginning its cycles in 1989, this atmosphere is the one most closely associated with RetroFuturistic “New Tomorrowland”, although still New Age, this one showcases the work of a dozen artists represented here by “The Palace” by David Arkenstone and “Elsewhere” by Vangelis.

Attraction Poster by George Stokes & Anne Tryba, 1995

Richard Bellis | Jeffery Jones | Tim Curry | Danny Mann

One of (if not THE) most unique attractions to ever be created for a castle Park, Alien Encounter has a history as complex and meandering as The Haunted Mansion. Initially conceived as a thrilling attraction simply titled “Nostromo” and based on 1979’s ALIEN, the concept and its location changed constantly throughout its production and even beyond its opening.
Notoriously shuttered less than a month after its opening, the attraction went through nearly 6 months of reprogramming the main show and installing a darker preshow.
With its over-the-top depiction of the comically corrupt XS-Tech Corporation and a cast of memorable character actors, most of the show’s fans, myself included, consider the attraction far more humorous than horrific - especially the juxtaposition between Tim Curry’s contemptible S.I.R. and the absolutely adorable alien Skippy.

George Wilkins | Kal David

In keeping with the new Tomorrowland backstory as the headquarters of the League of Planets, “inhabited by robots, androids, outer space aliens and, of course, a smattering of carbon-based humanoids. It is a place where everyday living is made better through science, invention and intergalactic influence” Cosmic Ray (The proprietor of the largest dining establishment in the Magic Kingdom) has contracted Sonny Eclipse from Yew Nork City on the Planet Zork to perform for his patrons. Sonny’s ElectroLounge stylings and comedic commentary are sure to entertain lifeforms across the galaxy!

Bruce Broughton

As part of the original deal to construct Euro Disney, French culture and history had to be infused into the park as much as possible. A lot of this was heavily concentrated in Fantasyland and Discoveryland with Le Visionarium being the primary source with Jules Verne being taken on a temporal voyage “From Time to Time”.
Rather than simply importing this attraction, it was given a new tone with Robin Williams assuming the titular role and Rhea Pearlman playing 9-Eye as well as being incorporated into the Avenue of Planets by being set in the Metropolis Science Center. Additionally, Bruce Broughton also re-orchestrated the entire experience simplifying Visionarium’s sweepingly grandiose scale to something more intentional and in line with American sensibilities.

Backlit Entrance Poster by Anne Tryba

(Ryca-1 Edition)
George Wilkins

Unlike most attractions that regularly receive updates, where its entire soundscape is replaced, Space Mountain strangely seems to just acquire new layers. In 1984, fresh off his opus-level work with Horizons, George was assigned the Space Mountain refresh for the New Age Tomorrowland.
Building on the theme “We’ve Come So Far (aka Promising Tomorrows)” the small orchestral Entrance segues into the much-beloved Star Tunnel, and finally, the Zig-Zag Corridor (aka “Water Music”) before experiencing the otherworldly theremin sounds held over from the 1975 edition before boarding.
And still more layers are yet to come in this compilation…

Michael Giacchino

As part of Disneyland's 50th anniversary, their Space Mountain was completely gutted and rebuilt with a new audio system and dramatic custom score created by modern master Michael Giacchino.
Although ostensibly for the ride, the bulk of Michael’s efforts (at least in length) was heard as exit music the Magic Kingdom was only too happy to repurpose for the original attraction.

Attraction Poster source art by Greg Pro & Owen Yoshino

Dan Foliart

Although hard to believe, in almost 50 years and 3 separate locations Tomorrowland had never received a dedicated atmosphere until 2003 when on the verge of opening another one in Hong Kong Dan Foliart was commissioned to finally create one.
A combination of Jetsons era sound effects and New Age style. This atmosphere features completely original compositions and new variations of most Tomorrowland classics, from Seize the Future to Miracles from Molecules and all points in between.

Strangely Magic kingdom’s version of this composition is 30% shorter than its Asian counterparts where in Tokyo, (for example) additional variations of TRON, Le Visionarium’s theme and the Monorail Song can be heard.

Mike Brassell

After years of being upstaged by its younger counterparts, the original Space Mountain finally received its own soundtrack, albeit in an off-board manner with a Starry-o-phonic sound system that managed to provide enhanced thrills without the enormous expense of having to replace the track to accommodate heavier audio-equipped cars.

Attraction Poster by Josh Holtsclaw, 2010

Jean Jacques-Perrey | Don Dorsey

Although originating at Disneyland in 1972, the idea for a self-illuminated parade was inspired by the first performance of the Electrical Water Pageant at the opening of Walt Disney World, and even was set to Jean Jacques-Perrey’s Moog rendition of "Baroque Hoedown”.
After a literally shocking start at Disneyland, with mostly flat displays the fully dimensional floats of the 1977 version debuted within days of each other on both coasts. The Magic Kingdom version closed and shipped to the soon-to-be-opened Euro Disney in 1991 and was replaced by a significant upgrade…

Bob Moline

Originally created as “Disneyland is Your Land” for that park’s 25th Anniversary, it also became the anthem for Walt Disney World’s 10th Birthday Celebration debuting just a year later in 1981 as a stage show at the Tomorrowland Theatre.
A grand circle tour of the lands of the Magic Kingdom, the show contains many memorable songs including the charming “Walking Right now the Middle of Main Street USA”, energetic “Adventure!” and catchy beats of “Tomorrow” signaling the Eighties had arrived!

Stephen Skorija | Judy Lawrence | Jay Smith

The eighties were in full swing during the 15 years of Magic celebration, where Minnie went full valley girl, Mickey was Miami Vice and all the rest of the gang seemingly joined a rock band for this Pop-tastic parade with an infectious soundtrack!

(Sparkling Edition)
John Debney | Stephen Skorija

Created in celebration of Walt Disney World’s 20th birthday in 1991, this electrical parade featuring a “million points of musical light” was an incredible advancement in both technology and sophistication that not only utilized an expanded color palette of lights but also fiber-optics, searchlights, liquid nitrogen, electro-luminescent elements, and prismatic thermoplastics.
SpectroMagic!, with its focus on various forms of music, also evolved the presentation of parades with its laser-like focus on themes instead of insular films. From the Silly Symphonies to FANTASIA and the Little Mermaid to Sleeping Beauty it set a high bar for all other spectacles to follow.

(Remember the Magic Edition)
Jack Eskew | David Pack | Ira Antelis | Cheryl Berman

Few Disney celebrations have been as massive as the 1996 25th anniversary with multiple new attractions and shows to celebrate. Most notably (or should I say notoriously), was the makeover of Cinderella Castle into an enormous pink birthday cake that severed as the centerpiece for the Fantasy in the Sky fireworks featuring a special finale with the memorable anniversary anthem “Remember the Magic”.

Gavin Greenaway | Ira Antelis | Cheryl Berman | Julie Andrews

Coinciding with the resort’s 30th birthday in 2001 was the much more significant occasion of Walt Disney’s 100th birthday. Primarily centered at the Disney•MGM Studios, this celebration was observed at all parks in the form of interactive historical exhibits, but most prominently the new parades including the snow globe-inspired “Share a Dream Come True” Parade featuring opening narration by Julie Andrews, its emotionally charged theme song concludes and the “Fantasy” section of the “Suite of Dreams” specially produced for this celebration.

Gregory Smith

Following the development of multiple pyrotechnic technologies for IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth & Disneyland’s Believe, Fantasy in the Sky was woefully underwhelming at the beginning of the century, and thus the long-windedly titled “Wishes: A Magical Gathering of Disney Dreams” was created, in 2003, featuring an impactful score and emotional finale that concluded with a ubiquitous yet satisfying Pop Ballad of its main theme.

Mark Hammond

Borrowing most of its aesthetic from several parades performed at Tokyo Disneyland, this almost avant-garde presentation, which made its debut in 2014, features many memorable floats and elaborate costumes, and an intense musical score arranged by Mark Hammond, whose mix of modern beats and full orchestra has come to characterize most of Disney spectacles in the last decade, including World of Color and Happiness is Here.

Andrew Dodd | Adam Watts | Melissa Peirce

The first Magic Kingdom show to include projection mapping, lasers, and searchlights, as well as pyrotechnics. Both its title and the theme song came from Hong Kong Disneyland's 10th Anniversary celebration.
From its press release:
”A spectacular that inspires guests to seek out and find their own “Happily Ever After” by showcasing some of the greatest adventures Disney characters have taken to achieve their dreams.”

R & R Sherman | Leigh Harline | John Debney

At the end of our day exploring the lands and legacies of the Magic Kingdom, we’re treated to the familiar strains themes heard exiting the park including John Debney’s arrangements of “it’s a small world” originally performed for Disneyland Paris and the now iconic Pinocchio's Daring Journey rendition of “When You Wish Upon a Star”