Articles related to "Irving Berlin"
Review of Michael Feinstein Sings Irving Berlin
Michael Feinstein brings a music historian's clarity to a stellar performance of several of Irving Berlin's masterpieces on his album "Remember."
michael feinstein album review • michael feinstein • irving berlin • feinstein • berlin
Michael Feinstein brings a music historian's clarity to a stellar performance of several of Irving Berlin's masterpieces on his album "Remember."
michael feinstein album review • michael feinstein • irving berlin • feinstein • berlin
Comics Copyrights in Berlin v. E.C. Publications
Mad magazine spoofs led to a 1964 copyright lawsuit brought by Irving Berlin and others. Mad's victory set a precedent, and defined comics copyrights for years.
mad magazine • irving berlin lyrics • e.c. publications • copyright infringement • copyright law
Mad magazine spoofs led to a 1964 copyright lawsuit brought by Irving Berlin and others. Mad's victory set a precedent, and defined comics copyrights for years.
mad magazine • irving berlin lyrics • e.c. publications • copyright infringement • copyright law
Dreaming of a White Christmas
A white Christmas in Arizona is unusual, but the lyrics to the most famous Christmas song ever written were penned while Irving Berlin sat by a swimming pool in Arizona
dreaming of a white christmas • the arizona biltmore • phoenix • where irving berlin wrote his most famous song • christmas in arizona
A white Christmas in Arizona is unusual, but the lyrics to the most famous Christmas song ever written were penned while Irving Berlin sat by a swimming pool in Arizona
dreaming of a white christmas • the arizona biltmore • phoenix • where irving berlin wrote his most famous song • christmas in arizona
A Song for the Ages
On the eve of World War II the great American songwriter Irving Berlin wanted to write a special song.
irving berlin • september 1938 • munich crisis • impending war • conference at munich
On the eve of World War II the great American songwriter Irving Berlin wanted to write a special song.
irving berlin • september 1938 • munich crisis • impending war • conference at munich
A-G Famous American Literature
A guide to often noted novelists, playwrights, and songwriters of the USA...Following the literary influences on the formation of the "American Dream."
louisa may alcott • irving berlin • gershwin • thomas jefferson • neil simon
A guide to often noted novelists, playwrights, and songwriters of the USA...Following the literary influences on the formation of the "American Dream."
louisa may alcott • irving berlin • gershwin • thomas jefferson • neil simon
Dance...dance...dance...A trend for the new Millenium?
A look at the trends musical theatre is taking at the start of our new century.
musical theatre • trends • millenium • song & dance • spectacular
A look at the trends musical theatre is taking at the start of our new century.
musical theatre • trends • millenium • song & dance • spectacular
Holiday Inn
Bing Crosby, Fred Astaire, Irving Berlin and the unheralded Mark Sandrich, all in one magical package
holiday inn • bing crosby • fred astaire • irving berlin • white christmas
Bing Crosby, Fred Astaire, Irving Berlin and the unheralded Mark Sandrich, all in one magical package
holiday inn • bing crosby • fred astaire • irving berlin • white christmas
Susan Boyle, Kate Smith and Rudyard Kipling
People who are amazed that a person who looks like Susan Boyle can sing like Susan Boyle should listen to Kate Smith.
susan boyle • kate smith • ted collins • irving berlin • god bless america
People who are amazed that a person who looks like Susan Boyle can sing like Susan Boyle should listen to Kate Smith.
susan boyle • kate smith • ted collins • irving berlin • god bless america
White Christmas
It's on everybody's must-see Holiday list - but its parts are better than the whole
white christmas • bing crosby • danny kaye • vera-ellen • rosemary clooney
It's on everybody's must-see Holiday list - but its parts are better than the whole
white christmas • bing crosby • danny kaye • vera-ellen • rosemary clooney
Ella Fitzgerald Biography
'The First Lady of Song' is known for her sweet jazz and sultry ballads, peerless vocal technique and wide vocal range.
ella fitzgerald biography • first lady of song • american jazz singer • ella fitzgerald grammy awards • jazz bands
'The First Lady of Song' is known for her sweet jazz and sultry ballads, peerless vocal technique and wide vocal range.
ella fitzgerald biography • first lady of song • american jazz singer • ella fitzgerald grammy awards • jazz bands
THE COCOANUTS - The Marx Brothers' Debut
A look at the first Marx Brothers film, THE COCOANUTS (1929).
groucho • harpo • chico • zeppo • the marx brothers
A look at the first Marx Brothers film, THE COCOANUTS (1929).
groucho • harpo • chico • zeppo • the marx brothers
BERT WILLIAMS, THE JACKIE ROBINSON OF THE AMERICAN THEATER
A biography of Bert Williams (1863-1922), the first black singer/comedian/actor in America to appear with white performers, and the first African American to star in the Ziegfeld "Follies."
black vaudeville performers • george walker • bert williams • blackface • minstrel shows
A biography of Bert Williams (1863-1922), the first black singer/comedian/actor in America to appear with white performers, and the first African American to star in the Ziegfeld "Follies."
black vaudeville performers • george walker • bert williams • blackface • minstrel shows
BILLIE DOVE, THE AMERICAN BEAUTY AND CINEMATIC GODDESS
Biographical sketch of Billie Dove, for whom Irving Berlin wrote "A Pretty Girl Is Like a Melody"in the 1919 Ziegfeld Follies. She went on to build a successful career as an actress in both silent and talking films.
billie dove • the american beauty cinematic goddess • screen secrets magazine • 1919 ziegfeld follies • irving berlin
Biographical sketch of Billie Dove, for whom Irving Berlin wrote "A Pretty Girl Is Like a Melody"in the 1919 Ziegfeld Follies. She went on to build a successful career as an actress in both silent and talking films.
billie dove • the american beauty cinematic goddess • screen secrets magazine • 1919 ziegfeld follies • irving berlin
Can One Person Do It All?
Writing a musical is often the collaboration between a bookwriter, a composer and lyricist. Is it possible for one person to do it all?
musical • music • composer • lyrics • lyricist
Writing a musical is often the collaboration between a bookwriter, a composer and lyricist. Is it possible for one person to do it all?
musical • music • composer • lyrics • lyricist
Damian Marley on Reggae
In early 2006 Damian Marley offered insight into hip-hop collaborations, digital instruments, and the Miami Symphonic Strings on his hit album "Welcome to Jamrock."
damian marley • winter x games • aspen • ski • snowboard
In early 2006 Damian Marley offered insight into hip-hop collaborations, digital instruments, and the Miami Symphonic Strings on his hit album "Welcome to Jamrock."
damian marley • winter x games • aspen • ski • snowboard
Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers Movie Musicals
Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers last danced together over half a century ago, but they remain perhaps the most iconic dancing partners.
fred astaire • ginger rogers • gershwin • jerome kern • irving berlin
Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers last danced together over half a century ago, but they remain perhaps the most iconic dancing partners.
fred astaire • ginger rogers • gershwin • jerome kern • irving berlin
Kate Smith Sings "God Bless America"
She sang Irving Berlin's prayerful "God Bless America" for the first time on her radio show in 1938 and it became an overnight sensation, and is still sung to this day.
kate smith • irving berlin • music • popular songs • american patriotism
She sang Irving Berlin's prayerful "God Bless America" for the first time on her radio show in 1938 and it became an overnight sensation, and is still sung to this day.
kate smith • irving berlin • music • popular songs • american patriotism
New Year's Retrospective: 100 Years Ago
It was the year 1909. A stamp cost two cents, radio and vaudeville were in, Benny Goodman and Burl Ives were born and Pittsburgh won the World Series.
new year’s retrospective • 1909 events • 100 years ago • benny goodman • burl ives
It was the year 1909. A stamp cost two cents, radio and vaudeville were in, Benny Goodman and Burl Ives were born and Pittsburgh won the World Series.
new year’s retrospective • 1909 events • 100 years ago • benny goodman • burl ives
RUTH ETTING, SONGBIRD EXTRAORDINAIRE, PART TWO OF THREE
This covers Ruth Etting's New York career, when she appeared in the 1927 Ziegfeld Follies, starred on radio and in two-reeler "shorts" produced by Warner Brothers' Vitaphone Studies. It was during this period that she became the quintessential torch singer.
ruth etting • torch singers • torch songs • jazz age • sultry ballads lamenting lost love
This covers Ruth Etting's New York career, when she appeared in the 1927 Ziegfeld Follies, starred on radio and in two-reeler "shorts" produced by Warner Brothers' Vitaphone Studies. It was during this period that she became the quintessential torch singer.
ruth etting • torch singers • torch songs • jazz age • sultry ballads lamenting lost love
The Evolution of Ellis Island
Ellis Island has many stories, most about 12 million immigrants landing on its soil during a mere 62 year period in its long history.
ellis island history • samuel ellis • war of 1812 fort • immigration station • 12 million immigrants
Ellis Island has many stories, most about 12 million immigrants landing on its soil during a mere 62 year period in its long history.
ellis island history • samuel ellis • war of 1812 fort • immigration station • 12 million immigrants
THE ZIEGFELD GIRL: WHO WAS SHE?
Account of what made a Ziegfeld Girl what she was, including short biographies of some of the more famous "girls."
florenz ziegfeld • josephine baker • nudity in the follies • billie dove • marion davies
Account of what made a Ziegfeld Girl what she was, including short biographies of some of the more famous "girls."
florenz ziegfeld • josephine baker • nudity in the follies • billie dove • marion davies
White Christmas and Other Christmas Favorites
Everything has a history, and that includes your favorite Christmas songs! The stories behind some of these songs are very interesting.
christmas carols • christmas songs • history of christmas songs • story behind christmas songs • traditional christmas songs
Everything has a history, and that includes your favorite Christmas songs! The stories behind some of these songs are very interesting.
christmas carols • christmas songs • history of christmas songs • story behind christmas songs • traditional christmas songs
Arts Club Theatre Company Announces 2009-2010 Season
It's easy to see why the Arts Club Theatre Company is Vancouver's largest and most popular theatre company.
vancouver • arts club theatre company • bill millerd • glengarry glen ross • eric mccormack
It's easy to see why the Arts Club Theatre Company is Vancouver's largest and most popular theatre company.
vancouver • arts club theatre company • bill millerd • glengarry glen ross • eric mccormack
Classic Film Collection DVD Series
Turner Classics Movies along with Warner Bros. have compiled several combinations of great films for every movie taste.
classic films • turner classic movies • american musicals • broadway musicals • wwii films
Turner Classics Movies along with Warner Bros. have compiled several combinations of great films for every movie taste.
classic films • turner classic movies • american musicals • broadway musicals • wwii films
White Christmas 1954
Christmas Day pick of all classic movies
white christmas • bing crosby • romemary clooney • danny kaye • christmas movies
Christmas Day pick of all classic movies
white christmas • bing crosby • romemary clooney • danny kaye • christmas movies
Woody Guthrie in New York City
From "California to the New York Island," Woody Guthrie traveled America. In New York City, he went from being a folk musician to being the leader of the Folk Scene.
woody guthrie new york • woody guthrie new york city • folk guthrie • this land is your land woody guthrie • almanac singers
From "California to the New York Island," Woody Guthrie traveled America. In New York City, he went from being a folk musician to being the leader of the Folk Scene.
woody guthrie new york • woody guthrie new york city • folk guthrie • this land is your land woody guthrie • almanac singers
Annie Oakley
Annie Oakley lived and worked in a man's world as a sharpshooter and performer for circus acts and Wild West shows.
annie oakley • buffalo bill cody • buffalo bill cody's wild west show • frank butler • darke county ohio
Annie Oakley lived and worked in a man's world as a sharpshooter and performer for circus acts and Wild West shows.
annie oakley • buffalo bill cody • buffalo bill cody's wild west show • frank butler • darke county ohio
The Taming of "This Land Is Your Land"
This Land Is Your Land, one of the most patriotic of songs, was once a sharp commentary on the wealthy and jingoistic. Read on for The Taming of This Land Is Your Land.
this land is your land • woody guthrie this land is your land • this land is your land song • pete seeger this land is your land • this land is your land inauguration
This Land Is Your Land, one of the most patriotic of songs, was once a sharp commentary on the wealthy and jingoistic. Read on for The Taming of This Land Is Your Land.
this land is your land • woody guthrie this land is your land • this land is your land song • pete seeger this land is your land • this land is your land inauguration
10 Must-See Christmas Movies
For a Christmas the whole family can enjoy, these recommended Christmas movies are a delightful, relaxing, warm indoor activity.
10 must-see christmas movies • christmas films • recommended christmas movies • well known christmas movie • white christmas
For a Christmas the whole family can enjoy, these recommended Christmas movies are a delightful, relaxing, warm indoor activity.
10 must-see christmas movies • christmas films • recommended christmas movies • well known christmas movie • white christmas
Astaire and Rogers
Astaire and Rogers: The Complete Film Collection is an 11 disc box set encompassing the pair's entire cannon.
astaire and rogers • fred astaire • ginger rogers • classic musicals • musicals
Astaire and Rogers: The Complete Film Collection is an 11 disc box set encompassing the pair's entire cannon.
astaire and rogers • fred astaire • ginger rogers • classic musicals • musicals
Evolution of Christmas Music
What makes a song a Christmas song? The themes can range from the birth of Jesus Christ, to Santa Claus, to a Sleigh Ride, even to a White Christmas.
christmas songs • christmas carols • popular christmas music • themes in christmas music • adopted holiday music
What makes a song a Christmas song? The themes can range from the birth of Jesus Christ, to Santa Claus, to a Sleigh Ride, even to a White Christmas.
christmas songs • christmas carols • popular christmas music • themes in christmas music • adopted holiday music
Ronan Tynan: Dawning of the Day
Ronan Tynan knows a bit about tough times. After losing both legs, he went on to become first a world-class athlete, then a doctor, and oh yeah, one of the Irish Tenors.
ronan tynan • the dawning of the day • the irish tenors • vince gill • brown bannister
Ronan Tynan knows a bit about tough times. After losing both legs, he went on to become first a world-class athlete, then a doctor, and oh yeah, one of the Irish Tenors.
ronan tynan • the dawning of the day • the irish tenors • vince gill • brown bannister
10 Classic Movies for Christmas
It's that time of year again when thoughts turn to all things festive. Here are 10 classic movies to get you in the mood for Christmas.
classic christmas movies • top 10 christmas films • it's a wonderful life • miracle on 34th street • white christmas film
It's that time of year again when thoughts turn to all things festive. Here are 10 classic movies to get you in the mood for Christmas.
classic christmas movies • top 10 christmas films • it's a wonderful life • miracle on 34th street • white christmas film
Christmas Music
Christmas became the holiday of carols in the 16th century, but disapproval of caroling by the Puritans in the 17th century dampened the tradition in England for 160 yrs.
christmas music • christmas carols • mumming • christmas hymns • carols by candlelight
Christmas became the holiday of carols in the 16th century, but disapproval of caroling by the Puritans in the 17th century dampened the tradition in England for 160 yrs.
christmas music • christmas carols • mumming • christmas hymns • carols by candlelight
Classic Christmas Movies For the Holidays
Classic Christmas movies offer seasonal messages of hope and joy through simple formulas that always provide the viewer with a tearful happy ending.
classic christmas movies • movies for the holidays • 1940s christmas movies • 1950s christmas movies • seasonal films
Classic Christmas movies offer seasonal messages of hope and joy through simple formulas that always provide the viewer with a tearful happy ending.
classic christmas movies • movies for the holidays • 1940s christmas movies • 1950s christmas movies • seasonal films
Cole Porter: His Music and Lyrics
Here's a brief biography of American composer Cole Porter, one of Broadway's greatest lyricists, songwriters, and melodists of all-time, on stage and films.
cole porter • biography of american cole porter • porter lyricist and songwriter composer • cole porter melodist • songs of cole porter
Here's a brief biography of American composer Cole Porter, one of Broadway's greatest lyricists, songwriters, and melodists of all-time, on stage and films.
cole porter • biography of american cole porter • porter lyricist and songwriter composer • cole porter melodist • songs of cole porter
George M. Cohan Statue Unveiled in Providence
George M. Cohan wrote Broadway shows and songs such as Over There, Mary and Give My Regards to Broadway. James Cagney portrayed him in Yankee Doodle Dandy.
george m. cohan • vaudeville • the four cohans • yankee doodle dandy • providence
George M. Cohan wrote Broadway shows and songs such as Over There, Mary and Give My Regards to Broadway. James Cagney portrayed him in Yankee Doodle Dandy.
george m. cohan • vaudeville • the four cohans • yankee doodle dandy • providence
Great New York Musicals 2008
Three top Broadway shows from a Paddy Chayefsky play adapted by Tony winner Harvey Fierstein to one of a kind Stew, to the high voltage shenanighans of Mel Brooks.
a catered affair • young frankenstein • passing strange • stew • mel brooks
Three top Broadway shows from a Paddy Chayefsky play adapted by Tony winner Harvey Fierstein to one of a kind Stew, to the high voltage shenanighans of Mel Brooks.
a catered affair • young frankenstein • passing strange • stew • mel brooks
Luxury Hotels in London - The Ritz
The Ritz is not only one of the best of London's luxury hotels it also is a famous landmark with many historic connections and 'Tea at the Ritz' is a traditional treat.
luxury hotels in london the ritz • ritz hotel london • afternoon tea at the ritz hotel • palm court at the ritz hotel • césar ritz creator of the ritz
The Ritz is not only one of the best of London's luxury hotels it also is a famous landmark with many historic connections and 'Tea at the Ritz' is a traditional treat.
luxury hotels in london the ritz • ritz hotel london • afternoon tea at the ritz hotel • palm court at the ritz hotel • césar ritz creator of the ritz
Music Libraries on the Internet
I suppose at first glance, I might be tempted to run in the other direction at the sight of this week's title, because usually when I think of libraries, I think "BO-RING.
programs • libraries on the internet • musicians • music teachers • kids
I suppose at first glance, I might be tempted to run in the other direction at the sight of this week's title, because usually when I think of libraries, I think "BO-RING.
programs • libraries on the internet • musicians • music teachers • kids
Musical Chairs Part I
Any hep cat who enjoyed listening to swing music on the radio had a rude awakening on New Years Day 1941.
ascap • music • ban • nab • networks
Any hep cat who enjoyed listening to swing music on the radio had a rude awakening on New Years Day 1941.
ascap • music • ban • nab • networks
My Favorite Things: A visit to the RHO
rodgers and hammerstein organization • web site • website • theater
rodgers and hammerstein organization • web site • website • theater
Recent Links '02 - Part 2
An inventory of recently accrued theatrically relevant websites. This week: Show Tunes
playwright • writing • theatre • theater • playhouse
An inventory of recently accrued theatrically relevant websites. This week: Show Tunes
playwright • writing • theatre • theater • playhouse
The Creation of a New Musical, Part 9b - Preproduction: Music Prep
musical • preproduction • music preparation • copyists
musical • preproduction • music preparation • copyists
Recipes to Kindle Thanksgiving Holiday Spirit
The economy keeps tanking, retirement portfolios keep heading south, jobs are scarce, and tempers are short. Setting aside time to be grateful for blessings is vital.
plimoth plantation • wampanoag encampment • bing crosby • danny kaye • rosemary clooney
The economy keeps tanking, retirement portfolios keep heading south, jobs are scarce, and tempers are short. Setting aside time to be grateful for blessings is vital.
plimoth plantation • wampanoag encampment • bing crosby • danny kaye • rosemary clooney
"Ray Of Sunshine"
A short remembrance to Johnnie Ray, the man, and his dealings with his deafness.
johnnie ray • singer • inspiration • songwriter • entertainer
A short remembrance to Johnnie Ray, the man, and his dealings with his deafness.
johnnie ray • singer • inspiration • songwriter • entertainer
Best Holiday Music Compilations
When it's cold outside but cozy inside this holiday season, the best Christmas music albums can keep up everyone's holiday cheer.
best holiday music compilation • holiday music album • best christmas music • holiday music • best christmas music album
When it's cold outside but cozy inside this holiday season, the best Christmas music albums can keep up everyone's holiday cheer.
best holiday music compilation • holiday music album • best christmas music • holiday music • best christmas music album
Easter Lilies
Easter lilies are associated with Christianity, with Easter, and with paganism and mythology. Let an Easter Lily grace your home during the Easter holidays.
easter • easter lily • lily • florence cardinal • cardinal
Easter lilies are associated with Christianity, with Easter, and with paganism and mythology. Let an Easter Lily grace your home during the Easter holidays.
easter • easter lily • lily • florence cardinal • cardinal
FOX and NBC Unveil Their New Fall Schedules
A look at the new fall schedules for the FOX and NBC networks; this week in television history; and my television viewing recommendations for the week.
fox • nbc • television programs • fall schedules • networks
A look at the new fall schedules for the FOX and NBC networks; this week in television history; and my television viewing recommendations for the week.
fox • nbc • television programs • fall schedules • networks
Happy Franksgiving?
In 1939, President Roosevelt tried to do a good deed for businessmen. What he got was a three year national controversey.
thanksgiving day • roosevelt • retail businessmen • state governors • football teams
In 1939, President Roosevelt tried to do a good deed for businessmen. What he got was a three year national controversey.
thanksgiving day • roosevelt • retail businessmen • state governors • football teams
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