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The Year of Tony Bennett

An Appreciation of the Art and Music of Tony Bennett

September 29, 2022 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: The Lady’s In Love With You

The song of the day for Friday, September 30, 2022, is “The Lady’s In Love With You.”

About This Song

“The Lady’s In Love With You” was written in 1939, with music by Burton Lane and lyrics by Frank Loesser, for the film Some Like It Hot (not to be confused with the excellent 1959 Billy Wilder film), where it was introduced by Bob Hope and Shirley Ross. It’s been widely recorded, including those by Tony Bennett, Glenn Miller, Margaret Whiting, and Michael Feinstein.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “The Lady’s In Love With You” on January 12, 1967, featuring a terrific arrangement by Marion Evans. It was released on the 1967 album Tony Makes It Happen!.

“The Lady’s In Love With You,” as well as Tony Makes It Happen! is available on Apple Music.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Burton Lane, Frank Loesser, Tony Bennett, Tony Makes It Happen!

May 25, 2022 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: Anywhere I Wander

The song of the day for Thursday, May 26, 2022, is “Anywhere I Wander.”

About This Song

“Anywhere I Wander” was written in 1951 by Frank Loesser for the film Hans Christian Anderson, where it was introduced by Danny Kaye. It’s been recorded several times, lately, quite well by Liz Calloway, who named her Frank Loesser album Anywhere I Wander.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “Anywhere I Wander” on August 26, 1952. The arrangement is by Percy Faith.

“Anywhere I Wander,” as well as all of the singles collected on The Columbia Singles, Vol. 2 is available on Apple Music.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Frank Loesser, Hans Christian Anderson, Percy Faith, Tony Bennett

February 28, 2022 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: Can’t Get Out Of This Mood

The song of the day for Tuesday, March 1, 2022, is “Can’t Get Out Of This Mood.”

About This Song

“Can’t Get Out Of This Mood” was written by Jimmy McHugh (music) and Frank Loesser (lyrics) for the 1942 wartime musical, Seven Day’s Leave. This torch song was introduced in the movie by Ginny Simms, with the Freddy Martin Orchestra.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “Can’t Get Out Of This Mood” in 1967 for his album Tony Makes It Happen! Marion Evans wrote the arrangements and conducted the orchestra and big band.

“Can’t Get Out Of This Mood,” as well as Tony Makes It Happen! is available on Apple Music.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Frank Loesser, Jimmy McHugh, Marion Evans, Tony Bennett, Tony Makes It Happen!

January 7, 2022 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: The Lady’s In Love With You

The song of the day for Saturday, January 8, 2021, is “The Lady’s In Love With You.”

About This Song

“The Lady’s In Love With You” was written by Burton Lane (music) and Frank Loesser (lyrics) for the 1939 film Some Like It Hot (not to be confused with the excellent 1959 Billy Wilder film), where it was introduced by Bob Hope and Shirley Ross. It’s been widely recorded, including those by Tony Bennett, Glenn Miller, Margaret Whiting, and Michael Feinstein.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “The Lady’s In Love With You” in 1967 for his album Tony Makes It Happen! It was arranged and conducted by Marion Evans, who worked with Bennett on several subsequent albums, including last year’s Love For Sale. Evans’s big band arrangements have an unmistakable sound that I love.

“The Lady’s In Love With You,” as well as Tony Makes It Happen! is available on Apple Music.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Burton Lane, Frank Loesser, Marion Evans, Tony Bennett, Tony Makes It Happen!

October 19, 2021 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: Moments Like This

The song of the day for Wednesday, October 20, 2021, is “Moments Like This.”

About This Song

“Moments Like This” was written by Burton Lane and Frank Loesser 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 1986 for his album The Art of Excellence. It was arranged and conducted by Jorge Calandrelli.

Moments Like This

Listen to Moments Like This on Spotify. Tony Bennett · Song · 1986.

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

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Burton Lane, Frank Loesser, Jorge Calandrelli, The Art of Excellence, Tony Bennett

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