Jolly Holiday facts for kids

"Jolly Holiday" is a famous song from the 1964 Walt Disney movie Mary Poppins. Two talented brothers, Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman, wrote this cheerful tune. In the film, the characters Bert, played by Dick Van Dyke, and Mary, played by Julie Andrews, sing it. This happens during a magical, colorful fantasy scene before they ride a carousel.

Discovering "Jolly Holiday"

This song is a highlight of the Mary Poppins movie. It brings to life a whimsical world where drawings come alive. The music helps tell the story of Mary Poppins and Bert's fun adventure.

The Magic Behind the Music

The beautiful music for "Jolly Holiday" was arranged by Irwin Kostal. He was an Oscar-winning music expert. His work made the song sound grand and full of life. Many different animal voices also joined in the song. These voices were created by several voice actors. They helped make the fantasy world even more real and exciting.

A Trip to the Musical Stage

"Jolly Holiday" also appeared in the Mary Poppins stage musical. This musical first opened in 2004. For the stage show, the song was changed a little. It was adapted to fit a new part of the story. This new part featured a character named Neleus. He came from one of the original Mary Poppins Opens the Door books.

Setting the Scene: 1910 London

The Mary Poppins movie takes place in London in the year 1910. The song "Jolly Holiday" sounds like music from that time. It uses a style called Music Hall. Music Hall was a popular type of entertainment in England. It featured singing, dancing, and comedy acts. This style makes the song feel authentic to the movie's setting.

Sing Along Fun

If you love to sing, you might have heard "Jolly Holiday" in another place. It is featured in the Sing Along Songs video series. These videos let you sing along with your favorite Disney tunes. It's a great way to enjoy the song and practice your singing!