Schenectady Theme Song
Cliff Brucker and the Music of Schenectady
Clark Terry, Phil Woods, and Lionel Hampton
Personal Opinion
I think the Schenectady theme is a really solid composition. While it may not be the most inventive or catchy piece of music, it's energetic, catchy and perfect for Schenectady's city anthem. In fact, I'd say it's significantly better than any other urban anthems I've heard before; for example, the (Albany Theme Song) is much less catchy and less motivational.
Cliff Brucker obviously had to work within certain parameters when writing the Schenectady Theme Song, such as the requirement to include certain words and themes about the city, but I think he did a remarkable job. The song is a fitting tribute to the history and culture of the city and embodies the spirit of Schenectady as a center of creativity, industry and community.
The Schenectady theme song is good, enjoyable music that does its job well, although it may not be a musical masterpiece. I believe Cliff Brucker deserves credit for writing a song that has become a beloved symbol of Schenectady and helps unite locals to celebrate our common identity.
References
https://dailygazette.com/2015/09/22/0922_Song/