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Susanna Hoffs, Billy Steinberg, and Thomas Kelly are all accomplished musicians and composers in the world of classical music. Each of them has had a unique journey in their musical careers, and their contributions to the genre have been significant. Susanna Hoffs was born on January 17, 1959, in Los Angeles, California. She grew up in a musical family, with her mother being a film director and her father being a doctor who played guitar as a hobby. Hoffs began playing guitar at a young age and was heavily influenced by the music of the 1960s, particularly the Beatles. In the early 1980s, Hoffs formed the band The Bangles with her friends Vicki Peterson and Debbi Peterson. The band quickly gained popularity with their catchy pop-rock sound and Hoffs' distinctive vocals. The Bangles released several hit singles, including "Manic Monday," "Walk Like an Egyptian," and "Eternal Flame." In addition to her work with The Bangles, Hoffs has also released several solo albums and collaborated with other musicians. She has been praised for her songwriting abilities and her ability to blend different musical styles. Billy Steinberg was born on February 26, 1950, in Fresno, California. He grew up in a musical family and began playing piano at a young age. Steinberg attended the University of California, Berkeley, where he studied music and played in several bands. In the 1980s, Steinberg began collaborating with songwriter Tom Kelly. The duo wrote several hit songs for artists such as Madonna, Cyndi Lauper, and Whitney Houston. Some of their most famous compositions include "Like a Virgin," "True Colors," and "So Emotional." Steinberg has been praised for his ability to write catchy, memorable melodies and his skill at crafting lyrics that resonate with listeners. He has won several awards for his songwriting, including a Grammy Award for Song of the Year in 1989 for "Wind Beneath My Wings." Thomas Kelly was born on April 14, 1951, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He grew up in a musical family and began playing guitar and piano at a young age. Kelly attended the University of Iowa, where he studied music and played in several bands. In the 1980s, Kelly began collaborating with Billy Steinberg. The duo wrote several hit songs for artists such as Madonna, Cyndi Lauper, and Whitney Houston. Some of their most famous compositions include "Like a Virgin," "True Colors," and "So Emotional." Kelly has been praised for his ability to write memorable melodies and his skill at crafting lyrics that resonate with listeners. He has won several awards for his songwriting, including a Grammy Award for Song of the Year in 1989 for "Wind Beneath My Wings." Together, Hoffs, Steinberg, and Kelly have made significant contributions to the world of classical music. Their compositions have been performed by some of the most famous artists in the world, and their songs have become beloved classics. In conclusion, Susanna Hoffs, Billy Steinberg, and Thomas Kelly are all talented musicians and composers who have made significant contributions to the world of classical music. Their unique journeys in the music industry have led them to collaborate with some of the most famous artists in the world, and their compositions have become beloved classics. Their legacy in the world of classical music will continue to inspire future generations of musicians and composers.

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