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Jun 25, 2024 · Frank Loesser (born June 29, 1910, New York, N.Y., U.S.—died July 28, 1969, New York City) was an American composer, librettist, and lyricist, who achieved major success writing for Broadway musicals, culminating in the 1962 Pulitzer Prize-winning How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.
Jul 9, 2024 · As we discussed last week, although GUYS AND DOLLS was the biggest hit of the 1950-51 season, Frank Loesser’s music and lyrics lost the Best Score Tony to Irving Berlin’s CALL ME MADAM. Eleven years later, history re-embarrassed itself.
Jul 2, 2024 · Of all the true giants who composed scores during the Tony era, Frank Loesser is the only one who didn’t win the prize. We couldn’t have expected it of his 1960, 90-performance GREENWILLOW, for the Tonys weren’t giving a Best Score Award then.
Jul 1, 2024 · One such timeless gem is “I’ve Never Been In Love Before” by Isabel Bigley and Robert Alda, from the legendary Broadway musical “Guys and Dolls.” This song, written by Frank Loesser, captures the essence of falling in love and the overwhelming emotions that come with it.
Jun 22, 2024 · Heart and Soul, a classic song by The Cleftones, takes you on a journey of love and desire. Written by Frank Loesser and Hoagy Carmichael, this timeless gem was released on April 17, 1961, as part of their album titled “Heart and Soul.”
Jun 28, 2024 · Frank Loesser, the talented composer and writer of the original song, brilliantly captures the character’s anxiety and longing for a better life. When I first heard Adelaide’s Lament, it instantly struck a chord with me.
Jul 1, 2024 · Frank Loesser was one of the great treasures of The Great American Songbook ? so many of his songs become timeless classics, both the songs for which he wrote music and lyrics and...
