Theme from New York, New York: SAB Choral Octavo
Music by John Kander, words by Fred Ebb / arr. Mark Hayes
Item: 00-PO-0003166
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Description
Everyone's favorite tribute to the Big Apple has been newly arranged in an unforgettable "Sinatra-style," complete with the irresistible final kick line. A choral classic, sure to last in your library for years. "Start spreadin' the news!"
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Archive Edition: Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
12
SKU:
00-PO-0003166
More about this title
About the Composer: John Kander
John Kander is a composer whose work spans Broadway, film, and television. Best known for his songwriting partnership with lyricist Fred Ebb, Kander created some of musical theater's most enduring scores, including "Cabaret," "Chicago," and "Passion." His ability to craft melodies that lodge themselves in popular memory while serving dramatic storytelling has made his work a staple of choral and musical theater repertoires.
Beyond the Broadway stage, Kander's compositions have reached audiences through film and concert settings. His melodic gift and harmonic sophistication make his arrangements particularly effective for choral ensembles, offering accessible yet musically substantive material that engages singers and audiences alike.
Why we love this
Mark Hayes's arrangement captures the swagger and glamour of Sinatra's signature style while keeping the part writing accessible for three-part mixed choirs. The inclusion of that famous final kick line gives your singers a moment of theatrical showmanship that builds genuine excitement, making this a crowd-pleaser that actually holds up musically. Programs that include this piece develop an instant energy that carries through to the end of your concert.
What to expect
Urbane and spirited, with the confident stride of Manhattan itself. Hayes's orchestration and voicing evoke Sinatra's suave sophistication while maintaining an accessible, celebratory tone that makes singers feel like they're stepping into a classic moment of American popular song.
Who it's for
Directors programming jazz and pop standards in choral concerts who need a piece with both musical substance and immediate audience appeal. Choirs with singers experienced in popular music styles and comfortable with swing-inflected rhythms will feel right at home with this arrangement.
How to get the most out of it
- Lean into the rhythmic precision of the jazz phrasing. This isn't operatic legit singing; let the diction snap and the rhythmic figures land with style.
- Work the recorded accompaniment into rehearsals early. The groove and swing feel are essential reference points for singers unfamiliar with jazz idioms.
- Shape the dynamic arc across sections so the final kick line lands with maximum impact. Build momentum steadily rather than holding back until the final moments.
- Balance clarity in the SAB voicing by ensuring the middle voices (altos on the part line and tenors on their line) cut through without overwhelming the sopranos who carry the primary melody.
How to use it
Program this as a finale or a feature moment in a pops or jazz-themed concert. The theatrical flair and crowd recognition make it an excellent anchor for a set celebrating American songbook standards, or a memorable contrast to more traditional repertoire earlier in your program.
Skills your students will build
- Swing rhythm and jazz phrasing (eighth-note feel, syncopation)
- Stylistic singing in popular and jazz idioms
- Dynamic contrast and shaping across musical phrases
- SAB voicing balance and part independence
- Rhythmic precision in ensemble singing