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Composer

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Orchestral

 

 

Vocal

 

Bert Reisfeld was a German-born composer and lyricist who made significant contributions to the world of classical music. He was born on August 15, 1902, in Berlin, Germany, and grew up in a family of musicians. His father was a violinist, and his mother was a pianist, which exposed him to music at an early age. Reisfeld began his musical career as a pianist, but he soon realized that his true passion was in composing and writing lyrics. He studied music at the Berlin Conservatory and later moved to Paris, where he continued his studies at the École Normale de Musique. In the 1920s, Reisfeld moved to the United States, where he began working as a composer and lyricist for the film industry. He wrote songs for several Hollywood films, including "The Big Broadcast of 1936" and "The Big Broadcast of 1937." His most famous song from this period was "Thanks for the Memory," which he co-wrote with Ralph Rainger. The song was featured in the film "The Big Broadcast of 1938" and won an Academy Award for Best Original Song. Reisfeld's success in Hollywood led to opportunities in the world of classical music. He began composing orchestral works and operas, which were performed by some of the world's leading orchestras and opera companies. One of his most famous works was the opera "The Miracle of the Bells," which premiered in 1946 and was based on the novel of the same name by Russell Janney. In addition to his work in classical music, Reisfeld continued to write popular songs. He wrote the lyrics for several hit songs, including "I'm Gonna Sit Right Down and Write Myself a Letter" and "South of the Border (Down Mexico Way)." He also wrote the English lyrics for the French song "La Mer," which became a hit in the United States under the title "Beyond the Sea." Reisfeld's music was known for its romantic and sentimental qualities. His compositions often featured lush orchestration and soaring melodies, which made them popular with audiences around the world. He was also known for his ability to write lyrics that were both poetic and accessible, which helped to make his songs popular with a wide range of listeners. Despite his success as a composer and lyricist, Reisfeld remained humble and dedicated to his craft. He continued to write music until his death on December 29, 1991, at the age of 89. His legacy lives on through his many compositions and the countless musicians and listeners who have been touched by his music.

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