Theme from New York, New York: TTBB Choral Octavo

Mark Hayes has arranged this perennial favorite with unmistakable Sinatra flair and style, capturing the swagger and charm that made the original unforgettable. The addition of a structured kick line finale gives your singers something theatrically exciting to execute, transforming a concert moment into genuine entertainment. This octavo hits that sweet spot where popular repertoire meets legitimate choral writing, ensuring your audience connects immediately while your singers engage with real musicianship.

The Big Apple swagger meets Sinatra cool. This octavo captures the confidence and uptown polish of the original while giving your singers room to perform with personality and charm. The ending kicks with pure theatrical energy, the kind of moment that leaves an audience grinning.

This arrangement works for choirs of intermediate to advanced ability who want accessible popular repertoire with theatrical flair. Mixed or upper-voice choirs seeking a show-stopping closer that audiences recognize instantly will find this piece rewarding to rehearse and perform.

• Establish the swagger from the opening notes. This arrangement asks singers to project personality and attitude, not simply deliver notes. Work the phrasing for storytelling rather than technical precision.
• Nail the final kick line as a unified rhythmic and physical gesture. Coordinate with soloists and section leaders before adding the full ensemble so the ending lands with confidence.
• Use the recorded accompaniment to anchor tempo and style, especially for the jazz articulations and swing feel that define the Sinatra interpretation.
• Balance the solo passages clearly against the full choir. The arrangement likely features moments where individual singers step forward; rehearse these voices separately to ensure they sit confidently in the mix.

Close a concert or show with this piece when you want to send an audience out smiling. It works beautifully as a finale for spring pops concerts, benefits, or celebration events where theatrical energy enhances the program. Pair it with other Kander standards or mid-century jazz standards to build a cohesive set.

• Jazz articulation and swing phrasing
• Solo and ensemble balance
• Theatrical performance and stage presence
• Rhythmic precision in synchronized stage movement
• Stylistic interpretation of American popular song