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10 giu 2024 · The jazz world lost two pillars of the American musical tradition this weekend with the passing of vocalist Freddy Cole, a pianist and composer who, along with his brother Nat “King” Cole, perfected a lush and radiant approach to jazz standards; and composer Johnny Mandel, whose contributions to the jazz canon include “The ...
20 giu 2024 · The “M*A*S*H” theme song (“Suicide is Painless”) was composed by Johnny Mandel, with lyrics by Michael Altman. The song was used for the 1970 film “M*A*S*H.”...
9 giu 2024 · Johnny Mandel was a notable arranger known for his work with legends like Frank Sinatra. Having strings was a bit unusual for Steely Dan, but they though it would suit the song...
- Jim Beviglia
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10 giu 2024 · Altman wanted the lyrics to be intentionally silly, highlighting the absurdity of war and the dark humor that often arises in such situations. Now, let’s dive into the meaning behind the song “Suicide Is Painless” by Johnny Mandel and how it resonates with listeners.
7 giu 2024 · atomic age cocktail party. Coming up, on The Atomic Age Cocktail Party, it’s another in our Great Arrangers Series, this time with the focus on Johnny Mandel—the man who penned such hits as Shadow of Your Smile, Emily, and the theme to a certain movie and TV show set during the Koren War.
6 giu 2024 · Johnny Mandel’s score to the movie I Want to Live, Miles Davis’ themes and improvised sketches for director Louis Malle’s Ascenseur Pour L'Echafaud (Lift To The Scaffold, and one that has always been among my favorites, pianist John Lewis’ original film score to director Roger Vadim’s No Sun in Venice which he performs with ...
6 giu 2024 · 6/6/2024
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- Curt Coutin
