the musical score
We rocked with Ray Chew, one of showbiz’s most respected music directors, who conducted our orchestra through a rousing set of patriotic standards & of-the-moment pop sounds for the perfect sonic backdrop to our Fireworks show. Plus, top vocalists, a military band & more stars made it even more amazing.
Meet the music director
Ray Chew
A much sought-after music director, producer & composer,
Ray has been the maestro behind the musical backdrop of many
of your favorite TV series, major award shows & live events.
He’s left his mark on everything from Showtime at the Apollo,
American Idol & Dancing With the Stars to the 65th Primetime
Emmy Awards & our very own Thanksgiving Day Parade. In 2022,
he lent his golden touch to our score.
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This piece is a diverse mosaic of America’s songbook. I am excited & honored that Macy’s & NBC have asked me to curate a musical journey that allows each of us to reflect on our America in our hearts.
Ray Chew
Meet The Musicians
01/ The opening
The United StatesArmy Field Band& Soldiers’ Chorus
Since its formation in 1946, the Field Band has performed for audiences all over the world, earning them the title, “The Musical Ambassadors of the Army.” They foster support from the American people for members of the armed forces & help diplomatic efforts across the globe. The band brought its unique talents to the 2022 score with rousing versions of several classic anthems.
02/ Show highlights
Young People’s
Chorus of
New York City
Founded in 1988 by artistic director Francisco J. Núñez, this multicultural youth chorus has been renowned worldwide for its superb virtuosity, brilliant showmanship & innovative model of diversity. Their mission & values are deeply rooted in providing children of all cultural & economic backgrounds with a unique program of music education & choral performance. They’ll bring their beautiful blend of voices to this year’s score.
02/ Show highlights
Kenny
Lattimore
Known for more than two decades of classic crooning, this R&B singer has garnered Grammy & Soul Train Award nominations, multiple Top 10 hits & critically acclaimed albums including From the Soul of Man, Timeless & Anatomy of a Love Song. He sang an uplifting rendition of the Black National Anthem, “Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing.”
02/ Show highlights
5 Seconds
of Summer
02/ Show highlights
Joaquina
Kalukango
This Tony Award-winning star of the Broadway musical Paradise Square sang a medley of “My Country ’Tis of Thee” & “America the Beautiful” during our show’s signature Golden Mile moment, where thousands of golden-hued shells create a dramatic cascade effect stretching for more than a mile across the East River.
The Music Director
Raw Chew
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