The song of the day for Tuesday, March 17, 2026, is “Young and Foolish.”
About This Song
“Young and Foolish” was written in 1954 by Albert Hague and Arnold B. Horwitt for the Broadway musical Plain and Fancy. The show is about a New York couple who travel to Amish country in Lancaster, Pennsylvania to sell a piece of property and become involved with and learn from the community.
About This Version
Tony Bennett and Bill Evans recorded “Young and Foolish” in June 1975 for The Tony Bennett/Bill Evans Album.
“Young and Foolish,” as well as The Tony Bennett/Bill Evans Album, is available on Apple Music.
Dear Mr. Bennett
The John Pizzarelli Trio (Pizzarelli on guitar and vocals, Michael Karn on bass, and Isaiah J. Thompson on piano) recorded “Young and Foolish” for Dear Mr. Bennett, released in March 2026. It’s a terrific recording. I especially enjoyed the extended instrumental chorus.
Dear Mr. Bennett is available for purchase on CD and vinyl at Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Tower Records, and other record stores. It is also available on most popular streaming services.
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