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The Year of Tony Bennett

An Appreciation of the Art and Music of Tony Bennett

February 1, 2021 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

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I am saddened to learn that Tony Bennett has Alzheimer’s Disease. His family made the announcement today. CBS did this story

Tony Bennett is battling Alzheimer’s disease, but singing “is saving him,” his wife says

The family of 18-time Grammy winner Tony Bennett is opening up about a secret they’ve kept for more than four years. In an article Monday morning in AARP The Magazine, they reveal Bennett is battling Alzheimer’s disease, which robs people of their memories and cognitive functions.

This AARP Magazine story broke the news and is well worth your time to read.

Tony Bennett’s Battle With Alzheimer’s Disease

Neuroscience even today cannot explain how a man whose speaking voice has become so hesitant – whose memory of events, people and places has largely vanished – can, at the sound of a musical cue, lift his voice in song with such beauty and expression, except to say that music and singing emerge, as Levitin has pointed out, from areas of the brain quite distinct from those associated with speech and language.

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November 2, 2020 By Suzanne 2 Comments

A Gift From Tony Bennett

As the United States nears its Election Day, Tony has given us a lovely gift, with a message for everyone. Thank you so much.

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I want to sing this song to all the people. pic.twitter.com/EOK5Yq3dIC

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June 11, 2019 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Tony Bennett – Pinball Wizard

Tony Bennett on Twitter

Playing pinball with “Lady” backstage in Vegas last night! @ladygaga

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July 27, 2018 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Look What I Found on Amazon

I was shopping for a good used copy of one of Tony Bennett’s art books this evening and found something wonderful!

Yes … a new book–available in September 2018. From the Amazon page for this book:

Tony Bennett, at the age of 92, continues to connect to people everywhere through the magic of his music. He’s the quintessential interpreter of the Great American songbook, and recipient of numerous awards and honors, including 18 Grammys® and the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, two Emmys®, and the first interpretive singer to receive the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize. Here, Tony, along with radio host, jazz expert, and close friend Dick Golden, reflects on the most important themes, influences, and inspirations that have informed his lifelong creative work, with a focus on music.

I’m over the moon to hear about this book. It’s available for pre-order and yes, I’ve already ordered my copy. Pre-order Tony Bennett Onstage and in the Studio today!

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June 11, 2018 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Tony Bennett and His Five Favorite Things

One of our readers sent this link to me today and, thanks to Tom, I want to share it with you all. It’s a great list of things!

Tony Bennett and His Five Favorite Things

For legendary performer Tony Bennett, who has sold millions of records worldwide and received 19 Grammy Awards, mementos of a long and illustrious performing career are some of his favorite things in his home.

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