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The Year of Tony Bennett

An Appreciation of the Art and Music of Tony Bennett

November 9, 2023 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: Tenderly

The song of the day for Friday, November 10, 2023, is “Tenderly.”

About This Song

“Tenderly” was written in 1946 by Walter Gross and Jack Lawrence. It was originally written in 3/4 time, but morphed into 4/4 time and became a jazz standard. Significant recordings include those by Rosemary Clooney, Sarah Vaughan, and Nat King Cole.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “Tenderly” 64 years ago today on November 10, 1959, for his album To My Wonderful One, released in 1960. Frank DeVol wrote the arrangement and conducted the orchestra.

“Tenderly,” as well as To My Wonderful One, is available on Apple Music.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Frank DeVol, Jack Lawrence, To My Wonderful One, Tony Bennett, Walter Gross

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