by Sting
Englishman in New York was written by Sting, in 1987 for Sting’s second solo studio album Nothing Like the Sun. Englishman in New York is a jazz‑tinged pop song written about writer and raconteur Quentin Crisp, reflecting on feeling like an outsider in New York City. Released as a single in early 1988, it became one of Sting’s signature songs, charting internationally and remaining a staple of his live performances.
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Explore 16 Piano arrangements of Englishman in New York, ranging from Absolute beginner to Advanced. 16 include fingering annotations. Orchestral arrangements include a high-quality recording of the Orchestra or the Band to play along with.
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Explore 3 Viola arrangements of Englishman in New York, ranging from Easy to Intermediate. 3 include fingering annotations. Orchestral arrangements include a high-quality recording of the Orchestra or the Band to play along with.
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You can play Englishman in New York Sheet music on 13 instruments, including Piano, Violin, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Guitar, Bass, Drums, Cello, Trumpet, Trombone, Viola, Singer.
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