Role

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Performer

Country

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United States of America

Birth

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December 2, 1914 in New York City, NY

Death

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October 24, 2002 in New York City, NY

Genre

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Orchestral

 

 

Vocal

 

Adolph Green was an American lyricist and playwright who made significant contributions to the world of classical music. Born on December 2, 1914, in the Bronx, New York, Green was the son of Hungarian-Jewish immigrants. He grew up in a musical family, with his father playing the violin and his mother singing in the synagogue choir. Green's love for music was evident from a young age, and he began taking piano lessons at the age of eight. Green attended the City College of New York, where he studied English and drama. It was during his time at college that he met his future collaborator, Betty Comden. The two became fast friends and began writing songs together. They wrote their first musical, "On the Town," in 1944, which was a huge success and launched their careers. Green and Comden went on to write several other successful musicals, including "Wonderful Town," "Bells Are Ringing," and "On the Twentieth Century." They also wrote the screenplay for the classic film "Singin' in the Rain," which is widely regarded as one of the greatest musicals of all time. Green's contributions to classical music were not limited to his work with Comden. He also wrote the lyrics for several operas, including "A Doll's Life" and "The Will Rogers Follies." In addition, he collaborated with composer Leonard Bernstein on several projects, including the musical "Peter Pan" and the opera "Candide." Green's talent as a lyricist was widely recognized, and he received numerous awards and honors throughout his career. He won four Tony Awards for his work on "On the Town," "Wonderful Town," "Hallelujah, Baby!," and "Applause." He also received a special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre in 2002. In addition to his Tony Awards, Green was also honored with a Kennedy Center Honor in 1991 and a National Medal of Arts in 2003. He was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1980 and the American Theatre Hall of Fame in 1981. Green's legacy in the world of classical music is a testament to his talent and dedication. His contributions to the genre have inspired countless musicians and performers, and his work continues to be celebrated and enjoyed by audiences around the world.

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