Role

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Conductor

Country

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United States of America

Birth

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July 9, 1930 in Chicago, IL

Death

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January 8, 2017 in Los Angeles, CA

 

Buddy Bregman was an American composer, arranger, and conductor who made significant contributions to the world of classical music. He was born on July 9, 1930, in Chicago, Illinois, and grew up in a family of musicians. His father, Lester Bregman, was a violinist, and his mother, Louise, was a pianist. Buddy showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of five. Buddy's family moved to Los Angeles when he was a child, and he continued to pursue his passion for music. He attended Beverly Hills High School, where he played in the school band and orchestra. He also studied music theory and composition with renowned composer Mario Castelnuovo-Tedesco. After graduating from high school, Buddy began his career in the music industry as a conductor and arranger. He worked with some of the biggest names in the business, including Ella Fitzgerald, Bing Crosby, and Frank Sinatra. He also arranged music for several films, including "The Pajama Game" and "Pal Joey." In 1956, Buddy released his first album, "Swingin' Standards," which featured his arrangements of classic jazz and swing tunes. The album was a critical and commercial success, and it helped establish Buddy as a leading figure in the world of music. Over the next few years, Buddy continued to work as a conductor and arranger, and he also began composing his own music. In 1960, he released his second album, "The Jazz Version of 'West Side Story,'" which featured his arrangements of songs from the hit Broadway musical. The album was another success, and it earned Buddy a Grammy nomination for Best Jazz Performance. Throughout the 1960s and 1970s, Buddy continued to work in the music industry, composing and arranging music for films, television shows, and stage productions. He also conducted several orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. In 1983, Buddy was appointed the musical director of the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, a position he held for several years. During his tenure, he conducted several memorable performances, including a tribute to the music of George Gershwin and a concert featuring the music of composer John Williams. Buddy's contributions to the world of music were recognized with several awards and honors throughout his career. In addition to his Grammy nomination, he received a Golden Globe nomination for his work on the film "The Best of Everything." He was also inducted into the Hollywood Bowl Hall of Fame in 2002. Buddy continued to work in the music industry until his death on January 8, 2017, at the age of 86. His legacy lives on through his music, which continues to inspire and entertain audiences around the world.

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