The song of the day for Friday, April 26, 2024, is “Moments Like This.”

About This Song

“Moments Like This” was written by Burton Lane (music) and Frank Loesser (lyrics) for a 1938 movie called College Swing and was introduced by Florence George. Early recordings include those by Maxine Sullivan, Teddy Wilson, and Dick Stabile and His Orchestra. Later recordings include those by Peggy Lee, Bobby Short, and Michael Feinstein.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “Moments Like This” in January 1986 for The Art of Excellence, his first album after returning to Columbia Records. The song was orchestrated and conducted by Jorge Calandrelli. The great cover was photographed by Annie Leibovitz.

“Moments Like This,” as well as The Art of Excellence, is available on Apple Music.