The bears are back in town! After what has felt like an endless wait, the reimagined Country Bear Musical Jamboree finally reopens at Magic Kingdom Park on July 17, giving fans the chance to break out their cowboy hats and get ready for a taste of Nashville!
For over 50 years, the Country Bear Jamboree has been entertaining Magic Kingdom visitors with a show unlike any other and the park hasn’t quite been the same the last several months as Disney embarked on a journey to refresh the iconic ride which was among the last attractions Walt Disney himself worked to develop. The good news is that the wait is almost over as our favorite grizzly characters will return with with new looks, new songs, and new voices behind the show’s iconic characters.
The new line-up of songs includes a new original song written for the attraction, a longtime favorite that’s been a staple in the show for 50 years as well as new spins on iconic Disney songs that pay tribute to the Opry-style shows of Nashville. So just what songs made the final set list for the newly refreshed Country Bear Musical Jamboree?
Here’s a look at the tracklist for the new iteration of the iconic Magic Kingdom attraction:
- “Country Bear Musical Jamboree” – a new original song written for the attraction
- “Try Everything” from Walt Disney Animation Studios Zootopia
- “Kiss the Girl” from Walt Disney Animation Studios The Little Mermaid
- “A Whole New World” from Walt Disney Animation Studios Aladdin
- “Supercalifragilisticexpialiocious” from Walt Disney Studios Mary Poppins
- “Fixer-Upper” from Walt Disney Studios Frozen
- “Remember Me” from Disney-Pixar’s Coco
- “You’ve Got A Friend In Me” from Disney-Pixar’s Toy Story
- “Bare Necessities” from Walt Disney Animation Studios The Jungle Book
- “Come Again” – an original song that debuted with Country Bear Jamboree in 1974
As part of its update, Disney turned to some of the biggest names in country music who lent their vocal talents to beloved characters! You’ve got Emily Ann Roberts lending her voice to Trixie and bringing fans a new rendition of “Try Everything” from Zootopia, Mac McAnally performing a cover of “The Bare Necessities” from The Jungle Book, and Allison Russel and Chris Thile coming together to respectively voice Teddi Barra and Wendell with a new rendition of “A Whole New World” from Aladdin!
Meet the Country Bear Musical Jamboree bears!
When fans head out to Grizzly Hall in Frontierland once again this July, they’ll get the chance to witness the musical talents of the Country Bears who have been entertaining fans at Disney World for generations. While our bears might be getting new looks and an updated tracklist for audiences to enjoy, don’t fret as all of your favorite bears are back in action bringing their own special spice to Grizzly Hall!
As part of the new update, all of our favorite bears will be wearing new costumes that pull inspiration from classic country music culture tailored made for the Grand Ole Opry!
Need a refresher on the performers gearing up to make their return when the Country Bear Musical Jamboree returns on July 17? Here’s a refresher on the bears you can look forward to seeing take to the stage in the newly refreshed jamboree from Disney:
Wendell
"Wendell was a frustrated basketball, baseball, and football player until Henry invited him to try and carry a tune. He’s been part of the Country Bears since and is thrilled to finally sing a love song with Trixie."
Trixie
"One of the most veteran performers, Trixie, has tried everything! She found her niche performing with triplets Bunny, Bubbles, and Beulah."
Bunny, Bubbles and Beulah
"Originally known as The Sun Bonnets, these girls traded in their bonnets for Stetsons when they began singing with Trixie worldwide, ending up here at Country Bear Musical Jamboree."
Terrence, aka Shaker
"Terrence, also known as Shaker, was once a famous theater star until he fell from the balcony in Romeo and Juliet. Ever since, he turned in his tights for a guitar and lassoed himself the limelight back onstage."
Teddi Barra
"Grizzly Hall is proud to present The Jewel of the Dakotas, Teddi Barra. Her rise in show business was meteoric after being discovered in an ice cream parlor."
Romeo McGrowl
"This bear, otherwise known as the Miami Serenader, is ready to enter his next era singing rockabilly!"
Five Bear Rugs
"The Five Bear Rugs include Zeke, Zeb, Ted, Fred, and a bear named Tennessee, who all have ol’ country rhythm in their souls."
Henry
"Ursus’s grandson Henry is now the master of bear-emonies. He helped develop the new show and co-wrote the opening song with the Five Bear Rugs."
Gomer
"Gomer is the resident piano player who has been claws-ically trained since he was a cub."
Big Al
"Of course, there must be mention of the infamous Big Al. He’s been playing the guitar since he was a cub because music is in this bear’s blood."
Ernest the Dude
"Ernest the Dude is one of the best-dressed bears at Grizzly Hall – he brings his entire wardrobe wherever he goes!"
Don't miss the reopening of Country Bear Musical Jamboree July 17 at Disney's Magic Kingdom!