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The Year of Tony Bennett

An Appreciation of the Art and Music of Tony Bennett

November 23, 2015 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: Emily

The song of the day for Monday, November 23, 2015 is “Emily.”

About This Song

Today’s song, “Emily,” was written by Johnny Mandel and Johnny Mercer for the 1964 film The Americanization of Emily, which starred James Garner and Julie Andrews. It takes place in London in 1944. Emily, played by Julie Andrews, lost her husband, brother and father in the war and finds herself attracted to Charlie Madison, played by James Garner. The film was very well received and is a personal favorite of both of the lead actors.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “Emily” in 1965; “Emily” was arranged and conducted by the composer, Johnny Mandel. It was released the following year on The Movie Song Album.

Emily

Listen to Emily on Spotify. Tony Bennett · Song · 1966.


“Emily,” as well as The Movie Song Album, is available from iTunes.

About Today

The Year of Tony Bennett would like to wish Johnny Mandel a very happy birthday. Mr. Mandel was born on November 23, 1925 in New York, making him 90 years old today. Mr. Mandel is one of the premier film composers of the 20th century, with songs such as “The Shadow of Your Smile,” “Suicide is Painless” (from M*A*S*H) and “Where Do You Start” along with many others. In addition to his film work, he is also a noted jazz musician, having worked with artists including Count Basie, Peggy Lee, Anita O’Day and Shirley Horn.

Happy birthday to you and many more!

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Johnny Mandel, Johnny Mercer, The Americanization of Emily, The Movie Song Album

August 26, 2015 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: Emily

The song of the day for Wednesday, August 26, 2015 is “Emily.”

About This Song

“Emily” was written for the 1964 film The Americanization of Emily by Johnny Mandel and Johnny Mercer.The film starred James Garner and Julie Andrews and takes place in London in 1944. Emily, played by Julie Andrews, lost her husband, brother and father in the war and finds herself attracted to Charlie Madison, played by James Garner. The film was very well received and is a personal favorite of both of the lead actors.

About This Version

How can you possibly top a song with music by Johnny Mandel, lyrics by Johnny Mercer, arranged and conducted by the composer and sung by Tony Bennett? Bennett has said that The Movie Song Album is one of his favorites — no wonder. The selection of songs and his performance of each of them are outstanding.

Emily

Listen to Emily on Spotify. Tony Bennett · Song · 1966.


“Emily,” as well as The Movie Song Album, is available from iTunes.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Johnny Mandel, Johnny Mercer, The Americanization of Emily

July 14, 2014 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: Emily

The song of the day for Monday, July 14, 2014 is “Emily.”

About This Song

“Emily” is the theme song from the The Americanization of Emily, released in 1964, starring Julie Andrews and James Garner. The song was composed by Johnny Mandel, with lyrics by Johnny Mercer.

About This Version

Tony Bennett included “Emily” on his 1966 The Movie Song Album. The song was arranged and conducted by the composer, Johnny Mandel, who served as the musical director for the album. Tony Bennett said in his autobiography The Good Life that The Movie Song Album is his all-time favorite record.

http://open.spotify.com/track/6nfoLFY4owaXI8OWVBKqtH
“Emily,” as well as The Movie Song Album, is available from iTunes.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Johnny Mandel, Johnny Mercer, The Americanization of Emily, The Movie Song Album

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