Theme from New York, New York

From "A Big Band Musical Tour of America," the 2024 Commencement-Eve Pops Concert at the State University of New York at Fredonia. The Fredonia Jazz Orchestra, Dr. Nick Weiser, Director with the Fredonia Vocal Jazz Ensemble, James Harrington, Director. A Rockefeller Arts Center production.
Arranged by Don Costa. Vocal arrangement by Mack Huff. Adapted by Katelyn Dietz.
THE THEME FROM NEW YORK, NEW YORK was song written by John Kander and Fred Ebb for the Martin Scorsese film of the same name. It was first performed by Liza Minnelli in the 1977 film. However, it was Frank Sinatra’s rendition of the song that became the most iconic version. The song captures the energy and spirit of New York City, celebrating its vibrant atmosphere, bustling streets, and the promise of success and opportunity.