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The Year of Tony Bennett

An Appreciation of the Art and Music of Tony Bennett

September 6, 2022 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: Tricks

The song of the day for Wednesday, September 7, 2022, is “Tricks.”

About This Song

“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.

About This Version

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.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Alan Brandt, Bob Haymes, Ralph Burns, This Is All I Ask, Tony Bennett

September 4, 2022 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: Young and Foolish

The song of the day for Monday, September 5, 2022, is “Young and Foolish.”

About This Song

“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.

About This Version

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.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Albert Hague, Arnold B. Horwitt, Plain and Fancy, Ralph Burns, This Is All I Ask, Tony Bennett

September 2, 2022 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: Keep Smiling at Trouble

The song of the day for Saturday, September 3, 2022, is “Keep Smiling at Trouble.”

About This Song

“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.

About This Version

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.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Al Jolson, Buddy DeSylva, Lewis Gensler, Ralph Burns, This Is All I Ask, Tony Bennett

April 23, 2021 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: The Moment Of Truth

The song of the day for Saturday, April 24, 2021, is “The Moment Of Truth.”

About This Song

“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.

About This Version

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.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Frank Scott, Ralph Burns, Tex Satterwhite, This Is All I Ask, Tony Bennett

April 21, 2021 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: Young and Foolish

The song of the day for Thursday, April 22, 2021, is “Young and Foolish.”

About This Song

“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.

About This Version

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.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Albert Hague, Arnold B. Horwitt, Plain and Fancy, Ralph Burns, This Is All I Ask, Tony Bennett

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