An Appreciation of the Art and Music of Tony Bennett
The song of the day for Wednesday, September 7, 2022, is “Tricks.”
“Tricks” was written by Alan Brandt and Bob Haymes, who are best known for their 1952 song “That’s All.” Haymes’ older brother is the singer Dick Haymes.
Tony Bennett recorded “Tricks” on April 26, 1963, for the album This Is All I Ask. It was arranged by Ralph Burns.
“Tricks,” as well as This Is All I Ask is available on Apple Music.
The song of the day for Monday, September 5, 2022, is “Young and Foolish.”
“Young and Foolish” was written by Albert Hague and Arnold B. Horwitt for the 1954 musical Plain and Fancy concerning 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.
Tony Bennett recorded “Young and Foolish” on April 22, 1963, for the album This Is All I Ask. Ralph Burns wrote the arrangement.
“Young and Foolish,” as well as This Is All I Ask is available on Apple Music.
The song of the day for Saturday, September 3, 2022, is “Keep Smiling at Trouble.”
“Keep Smiling at Trouble” was written in 1924 by Lewis Gensler, with lyrics by Al Jolson and Buddy DeSylva. The song was first recorded by Fred Waring’s Pennsylvanians in 1924, with vocals by his brother, Tom Waring. Other noted recordings were by Jolson, Ruby Braff, Tommy Dorsey, Della Reese, and Bobby Hackett.
Tony Bennett recorded “Keep Smiling at Trouble” on April 22, 1963, for the album This Is All I Ask. Ralph Burns arranged and conducted the album.
“Keep Smiling at Trouble,” as well as This Is All I Ask is available on Apple Music.
The song of the day for Saturday, April 24, 2021, is “The Moment Of Truth.”
“The Moment Of Truth” was written by Tex Satterwhite and Frank Scott in 1963. It has been recorded by Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra, and Bing Crosby.
Tony Bennett recorded “The Moment Of Truth” in 1963 for his album This Is All I Ask. Ralph Burns wrote the arrangement.
The Moment Of Truth
Listen to The Moment Of Truth on Spotify. Tony Bennett · Song · 1963.
“The Moment Of Truth,” as well as This Is All I Ask, is available from Apple Music.
The song of the day for Thursday, April 22, 2021, is “Young and Foolish.”
“Young and Foolish” was written by Albert Hague and Arnold B. Horwitt for the 1954 Broadway musical Plain and Fancy, which concerns a New York couple who travel to Amish country in Lancaster, Pennsylvania to sell a piece of property and who become involved with and learn from the community.
Tony Bennett recorded this version of “Young and Foolish” 58 years ago today on April 22, 1963, for the album This Is All I Ask. Ralph Burns wrote the arrangement.
Young And Foolish
Listen to Young And Foolish on Spotify. Tony Bennett · Song · 1963.
“Young and Foolish,” as well as This Is All I Ask, is available from Apple Music.