Act I: The Founders' Call
Context: The professors open the song by recounting the founding of Hogwarts. Each founder's traits are celebrated as the bedrock of the school. The professors sing with pride, setting a grand and reverent tone.
Sample Expansion:
McGonagall:
"Through these halls echo voices of old,
Salazar's cunning and Godric's bold.
Helga's kindness, so warm and true,
Rowena's wisdom shines ever new."
Choir of Professors:
"Four houses forged, a legacy born,
In unity, the castle was sworn.
Through storm and fire, the dream
stood tall,
Hogwarts: a home for us all."
Interlude:
A spoken segment by the Sorting Hat:
"I've seen the dreams of countless years,
Laughter, triumph, and even tears.
From every corner, the brave arrive,
Each house ensures the school will thrive."
Mood: Majestic, almost hymn-like, with orchestral swells that evoke awe and history.
Act II: A New Generation
Context: The students of Albus and Scorpius's generation take over, sharing their perspectives on living under the shadows of their famous
families. The tension between legacy and individuality becomes the focus.
Sample Expansion:
Albus:
"I walk these halls with a name they know,
'Potter's son,' wherever I go.
But can they see beyond the scar?
Beyond the boy who fell from a star?"
Scorpius:
"In shadows dark, I've made my stand,
A Malfoy's name, a cursed brand.
Yet friendship shines, it lights my way,
Together, we'll face another day."
Rose (solo):
"Blood of Granger, heart of fire,
They see a mind they can't inspire.
But I am more than clever wit,
A lion's roar will never quit."
Chorus of Students:
"We're more than names, we're more than fate,
Our bonds are strong, our paths await.
Hogwarts lives within our hearts,
A world where every journey starts."
Mood: Empowering, with a mix of solo voices and harmonious choruses, accompanied by rhythmic, uplifting instrumentals.
Act III: Lessons of the Professors
Context: Professors take turns delivering wisdom through song,
each adding their unique personality and flavor to the musical narrative.
Professor Longbottom (Herbology Theme):
"Like mandrakes buried deep below,
You'll face storms, you'll feel the blow.
But strength will sprout where roots are sown,
In darkest earth, your courage is grown."
Professor Trelawney (Divination Theme):
"The stars above whisper your name,
Destiny's thread, an endless flame.
The crystal reveals what lies in store,
But remember: your choices shape far more."
Hagrid (Care of Magical Creatures Theme):
"Dragons, hippogriffs, and thestrals, too,
Each one's a friend, if they trust in you.
Don't judge by scales, or teeth, or claw,
Every creature abides by nature's law."
McGonagall (Transfiguration Theme):
"Life is change, and change is art,
To transfigure the world, you must play your part.
Your mind's your wand, your will, the spell,
With discipline, you'll do it well."
Mood: Diverse, with each professor's verse reflecting their personality and class—Neville's section is earthy and gentle, Trelawney's is ethereal, Hagrid's is jovial and heartwarming, and McGonagall's is formal and commanding.
Act IV: The Spirit of Unity
Context: The students unite, breaking house rivalries to emphasize the importance of collaboration. The mood is triumphant and celebratory.
Sample Expansion:
All Students:
"Gryffindor, Slytherin, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw,
Together we stand, we break the
flaw.
No house divides us, no walls remain,
Hogwarts' light will forever sustain."
Hufflepuff Choir:
"We're loyal, strong, and true at heart,
In every task, we play our part."
Ravenclaw Choir:
"With minds as sharp as a hawk in flight,
We seek the truth through day and night."
Slytherin Choir:
"Ambition drives, we pave the way,
Through cunning and craft, we seize the day."
Gryffindor Choir:
"Our courage burns like a roaring
flame,
Through fear and doubt, we stake our claim."
All Students Together:
"One school, one heart, one destiny,
Together we rise, together we're free.
From every hall, through every door,
Hogwarts unites forevermore."
Mood: Sweeping and grand, with choral arrangements blending the voices of all houses.
Act V: The Legacy Lives On
Context: The finale reflects on Hogwarts' enduring legacy, as students and professors pledge to carry its lessons into the wider world. Albus and Scorpius lead the final verses.
Sample Expansion:
Albus:
"The weight of the past, the dreams of today,
Hogwarts guides us on our way.
Through joy and pain, we've come to see,
The magic is not just in you or me."
Scorpius:
"It's in the walls, the skies, the ground,
A timeless gift that we have found.
Together we'll carry its flame so bright,
Through every shadow, into the light."
Choir of Students and Professors:
"So here we stand, our journey done,
A chapter closed, a new begun.
Hogwarts, our home, our guiding star,
No matter how far, we'll know where you are."