(Photo by Bald Punk – 5th Avenue & 13th Street)

“The Sidewalks of New York” is a song that was written in the 1890′s by lyricist James W. Blake and composer, Charles B. Lawlor.

Here is a segement from New York: A Documentary Film, where the song was featured.  It is sung by actor Robert Sean Leonard.

Here is a previous post regarding – New York: A Documentary Film. 

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(Opening segment of New York: A Documentary Film)

Directed by Ric Burns (Ken’s brother), New York: A Documentary Film is a must see for historians, documentary film buffs, and those interested in NYC. The 14-hour PBS miniseries is quite simply my favorite film.

I bought the DVD boxset years ago and it’s still a long way from being relegated to the bottom of my closet.

I can still put on one of the various episodes and in no time at all I’m engrossed. I love the music, narration, expert commentators, editing, all the wonderful prints, paintings, and early photographs . . .

I also own the companion book, and highly recommend that too.

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