Role

:

Composer Conductor

Birth

:

1881 in England

Death

:

1934 in London, England

Genre

:

Vocal

 

Philip Braham was a British composer and songwriter who was born on August 17, 1881, in London, England. He was the son of a music hall performer and grew up in a musical family. Braham began his musical career as a pianist and composer for music hall shows in London. He later became a prolific composer of popular songs and musicals, and his works were performed by some of the most famous singers of his time. Braham's early musical training came from his father, who was a pianist and composer. He later studied at the Royal Academy of Music in London, where he honed his skills as a composer and pianist. Braham's first major success came in 1907 when he wrote the music for the musical comedy "The Girl Behind the Counter." The show was a hit and ran for over 400 performances in London's West End. Braham went on to compose music for a number of other successful musicals, including "The Bing Boys Are Here" (1916), "The Maid of the Mountains" (1917), and "The Dancing Years" (1939). His songs were performed by some of the most famous singers of his time, including Al Jolson, Sophie Tucker, and Gracie Fields. One of Braham's most famous songs is "Limehouse Blues," which he wrote in 1922. The song was inspired by the Limehouse district of London, which was known for its opium dens and Chinese immigrants. The song became a hit and has been recorded by numerous artists over the years, including Louis Armstrong, Django Reinhardt, and Ella Fitzgerald. Braham also wrote a number of patriotic songs during World War I, including "It's a Long Way to Tipperary" and "Pack Up Your Troubles in Your Old Kit-Bag." These songs became popular with soldiers and civilians alike and helped to boost morale during the war. In addition to his work as a composer, Braham was also a talented pianist. He often performed his own compositions in concert and was known for his virtuosic playing style. Braham was also a prolific songwriter, and he wrote over 300 songs during his career. Braham died on April 6, 1934, at the age of 52. Despite his relatively short career, he left behind a legacy of popular songs and musicals that continue to be performed and enjoyed today. His music has been featured in numerous films and television shows, and his songs are still performed by musicians around the world.

More....