Role

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Composer  

Birth

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February 10, 1936 in Brooklyn, NY

Death

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August 3, 2020 in New York City, NY

Genre

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Film

 

 

Orchestral

 

Billy Goldenberg was born on February 10, 1936, in Brooklyn, New York. He grew up in a musical family, with his father playing the violin and his mother singing in the synagogue choir. Goldenberg began playing the piano at a young age and showed a natural talent for music. After graduating from high school, Goldenberg attended the Manhattan School of Music, where he studied composition and piano. He also studied with the renowned composer Aaron Copland, who had a significant influence on his musical style. Goldenberg began his career as a composer for television in the 1960s, working on shows such as The Kraft Music Hall and The Andy Williams Show. He quickly gained a reputation for his ability to write catchy and memorable tunes, and his music became a staple of television programming. In the 1970s, Goldenberg began to focus more on composing for film. He wrote the score for the 1971 film, "Duel," which was directed by a young Steven Spielberg. The score was praised for its tension and suspense, and it helped establish Goldenberg as a composer to watch. Goldenberg's most famous work is probably his score for the 1976 film, "The Bingo Long Traveling All-Stars & Motor Kings." The film, which starred Billy Dee Williams and James Earl Jones, was a comedy about a group of African American baseball players in the 1930s. Goldenberg's score was a mix of jazz, blues, and swing, and it perfectly captured the spirit of the film. In addition to his work in television and film, Goldenberg also composed for the stage. He wrote the music for the Broadway musical, "Ballroom," which opened in 1978. The show, which starred Dorothy Loudon and Vincent Gardenia, was a critical and commercial success, and Goldenberg's music was praised for its energy and vitality. Throughout his career, Goldenberg continued to write music for television, and he won several Emmy Awards for his work. He also wrote music for a number of made-for-TV movies, including "The Last of the Mohicans" and "The Day After." In the 1990s, Goldenberg began to focus more on composing for the concert hall. He wrote several pieces for orchestra, including "Concerto for Piano and Orchestra" and "Symphony No. 1." These works were well-received by critics and audiences alike, and they helped establish Goldenberg as a serious composer of classical music. Despite his success in the world of classical music, Goldenberg never forgot his roots in television and film. He continued to write music for these mediums throughout his career, and he remained a beloved figure in the entertainment industry. Billy Goldenberg passed away on August 3, 2020, at the age of 84. He left behind a legacy of memorable music that will continue to be enjoyed by audiences for generations to come.

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