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The Year of Tony Bennett

An Appreciation of the Art and Music of Tony Bennett

October 4, 2022 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: A Beautiful Friendship

The song of the day for Wednesday, October 5, 2022, is “A Beautiful Friendship.”

About This Song

“A Beautiful Friendship” was written in 1956 by the songs of two great American songwriters. The composer, Donald Kahn, was the son of lyricist Gus Kahn and the lyricist, Stanley Styne, was the son of composer Jule Styne. In addition to Tony Bennett’s fine recording, “A Beautiful Friendship” has been recorded by Duke Ellington and Rosemary Clooney.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “A Beautiful Friendship” on January 27, 1967, for the album Tony Makes It Happen! It was arranged by Marion Evans.

“A Beautiful Friendship,” as well as Tony Makes It Happen! is available on Apple Music.

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Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Donald Kahn, Marion Evans, Stanley Styne, Tony Bennett, Tony Makes It Happen!

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