In The Heights (Choral Medley) (arr. Mac Huff): Choral Instrumental Pak
As performed by Lin-Manuel Miranda / Arranged by Mac Huff
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This exhilarating production celebrates the colorful New York neighborhood of Washington Heights and has been thrilling Broadway audiences since its opening in 2007 with its message of hope and self discovery. With an exuberant score infused with salsa, merengue, hip hop, and pop, the production won the 2008 Tony Award for Best Musical. Songs in this 13-minute medley include: "In the Heights," "It Won't Be Long Now," "96,000," "Sunrise," "Carnaval Del Barrio." Duration: ca. 13:20.
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Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00134595
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About the Artist: Lin-Manuel Miranda
Lin-Manuel Miranda revolutionized musical theater by centering Latino and Caribbean voices in contemporary Broadway storytelling. His work draws deeply from hip hop, salsa, and other genres often absent from the traditional stage, creating narratives where language, rhythm, and cultural specificity become the emotional core of the piece.
Beyond In the Heights, Miranda's influence on music education extends through his commitment to making theater accessible and reflective of diverse communities. For student musicians and singers, his scores offer a masterclass in how contemporary musical languages function as vehicles for character and community identity.
Why we love this
This medley captures the kinetic energy that made In the Heights a cultural phenomenon while remaining genuinely singable for student ensembles. Mac Huff's arrangement honors the original's rhythmic sophistication and genre diversity without oversimplifying, giving your singers material that feels current and musically substantial.
What to expect
A neighborhood waking up to itself. The medley pulses with movement, celebration, and quiet moments of aspiration, weaving together salsa rhythms, hip hop swagger, and contemporary pop sensibilities into something that feels urgent and alive. You finish feeling like you've been part of something vital.
Who it's for
Concert choirs and show choirs seeking contemporary material with genuine cultural and musical substance. This works equally well for groups building a diverse season, students encountering Latin and Caribbean musical languages, and ensembles wanting to explore hip hop and Broadway together.
How to get the most out of it
- Anchor the Latin rhythmic patterns by having your rhythm section (or recorded accompaniment) establish the groove well before the singers enter; these grooves define the character more than melody alone does.
- Shape the transitions between songs as moments of discovery rather than abrupt shifts. Each new section represents a different facet of the neighborhood's story, so let the energy breathe and reset between them.
- Bring out the hip hop and rhythmic spoken elements with clarity and conviction. These moments need vocal confidence and rhythmic precision to land their intended impact.
- Balance lyrical legit singing (particularly in "Sunrise") against the more percussive, rhythmic material. The contrast strengthens both.
How to use it
Position this as a statement piece in a concert celebrating musical diversity or contemporary theater, where its 13+ minutes allows it to breathe as a major production moment. It also serves as a gateway into more complex contemporary styles for choirs transitioning beyond traditional repertoire.
Skills your students will build
- Reading and performing syncopated rhythms across multiple styles (salsa, merengue, hip hop, pop)
- Maintaining steady groove in ensemble singing while rhythmic elements shift around you
- Stylistic flexibility between legit singing and rhythmic, percussive vocal delivery
- Ensemble balance when blending melody-driven sections with rhythmically complex backgrounds
- Responding to Latin and Caribbean musical languages with cultural awareness and musical authenticity