Role

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Composer Performer

Birth

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December 19, 1925 in New York City, NY

Death

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March 5, 2012 in London, England

Genre

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Film

 

 

Orchestral

 

 

Vocal

 

Robert B. Sherman was an American composer and songwriter who is best known for his work in the field of musical theatre and film. Born on December 19, 1925, in New York City, Sherman grew up in a family of musicians. His father, Al Sherman, was a popular songwriter of the 1920s and 1930s, and his mother, Rosa Sherman, was a pianist and music teacher. Sherman began his musical career as a songwriter in the 1950s, working with his brother Richard M. Sherman. Together, they wrote songs for a number of popular television shows, including "The Mickey Mouse Club" and "Zorro." In 1961, they were hired by Walt Disney to write the songs for the film "The Parent Trap," which starred Hayley Mills. The success of this film led to a long and fruitful collaboration between the Shermans and Disney. Over the course of their career, the Shermans wrote the music and lyrics for a number of classic Disney films, including "Mary Poppins," "The Jungle Book," and "Bedknobs and Broomsticks." Their songs, which were often catchy and upbeat, became beloved by generations of children and adults alike. One of the highlights of Sherman's career was his work on the film "Mary Poppins," which was released in 1964. The film, which starred Julie Andrews and Dick Van Dyke, was a critical and commercial success, and the Shermans' songs, including "Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious" and "Chim Chim Cher-ee," became instant classics. The film won five Academy Awards, including Best Original Song for "Chim Chim Cher-ee." Another notable work by Sherman was the musical "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang," which was based on the novel by Ian Fleming. The musical, which premiered in London in 2002, featured music and lyrics by the Shermans and was directed by Adrian Noble. The show was a critical and commercial success, and it went on to tour the world. Throughout his career, Sherman was known for his ability to write catchy and memorable songs that captured the spirit of the films and musicals for which they were written. His songs were often playful and whimsical, but they also had a deeper emotional resonance that made them resonate with audiences. In addition to his work as a composer and songwriter, Sherman was also a philanthropist and a champion of the arts. He was a founding member of the National Academy of Popular Music and the Songwriters Hall of Fame, and he was a strong advocate for music education in schools. Sherman passed away on March 5, 2012, at the age of 86. His legacy as a composer and songwriter lives on through his many beloved songs and the countless people who have been touched by his music.

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