Role

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Composer

Country

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United States of America

Birth

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December 24, 1893 in Brooklyn, NY

Death

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September 22, 1981 in Los Angeles, CA

Genre

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Film

 

 

Orchestral

 

 

Vocal

 

Harry Warren was an American composer and songwriter who was born on December 24, 1893, in Brooklyn, New York. He was born Salvatore Antonio Guaragna to Italian immigrant parents. His father was a shoemaker, and his mother was a seamstress. Harry was the youngest of eleven children, and his family was poor. Despite their financial struggles, his parents encouraged their children to pursue their passions, and Harry's love for music was evident from a young age. Harry's musical education began when he was just six years old. He started playing the piano, and by the time he was a teenager, he was playing in local dance bands. He dropped out of high school to pursue his music career full-time. In 1915, he joined the Navy and played in the Navy Band. After his service, he returned to New York and continued playing in dance bands. In the 1920s, Harry began composing music for Broadway shows. His first hit was "Rose of Washington Square," which was featured in a show of the same name in 1920. He went on to compose music for several other Broadway shows, including "The Little Show" and "Sweet and Low." In 1932, he wrote the music for the show "42nd Street," which was a huge success and cemented his place in the world of musical theater. Harry's success on Broadway led to opportunities in Hollywood. In 1933, he moved to Los Angeles and began working for Warner Bros. He wrote the music for several films, including "Gold Diggers of 1933" and "42nd Street." He also collaborated with lyricist Al Dubin on several songs, including "Lullaby of Broadway" and "We're in the Money." Harry's music was known for its catchy melodies and upbeat rhythms. He was a master of the "hook," the memorable musical phrase that sticks in your head long after the song is over. His music was also notable for its use of syncopation, a rhythmic technique that was popular in jazz music. One of Harry's most famous songs is "Chattanooga Choo Choo," which he wrote with Mack Gordon in 1941. The song was featured in the film "Sun Valley Serenade" and became an instant hit. It spent nine weeks at the top of the Billboard charts and was the first song to receive a gold record, which was awarded for sales of over one million copies. Harry continued to write music for films throughout the 1940s and 1950s. He wrote the music for several musicals, including "Anchors Aweigh" and "On the Town." He also collaborated with lyricist Leo Robin on several songs, including "Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend" and "That's Amore." In 1957, Harry was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. He continued to write music until his death in 1981 at the age of 87. His music has been featured in countless films and television shows and has been recorded by some of the biggest names in music, including Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, and Bing Crosby. Harry Warren's legacy as a composer and songwriter is undeniable. His music has stood the test of time and continues to be beloved by audiences around the world. His catchy melodies and upbeat rhythms have brought joy to millions of people, and his influence can be heard in the music of countless artists who have followed in his footsteps. Harry Warren will always be remembered as one of the greats of American music.

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