The Year of Tony Bennett

An Appreciation of the Art and Music of Tony Bennett

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Song of the Day: Wrap Your Troubles In Dreams

The song of the day for January 26, 2017 is “Wrap Your Troubles In Dreams.”

About This Song

Today’s song, “Wrap Your Troubles In Dreams,” was written in 1931 with music by Harry Barris and lyrics by Ted Koehler and Billy Moll. This song is one of the classic Depression-era songs that hoped to help people forget their troubles and dream of better days. Bing Crosby made the first recording in 1931 with the Gus Arnheim Orchestra.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “Wrap Your Troubles In Dreams” in 1964 for the album Who Can I Turn To. The arrangement is by George Siravo.

Wrap Your Troubles in Dreams (And Dream Your Troubles Away) (with Ralph Sharon & his Orchestra)

Listen to Wrap Your Troubles in Dreams (And Dream Your Troubles Away) (with Ralph Sharon & his Orchestra) on Spotify. Song · Tony Bennett, Ralph Sharon & His Orchestra · 1964


“Wrap Your Troubles In Dreams,” as well as Who Can I Turn To, is available from iTunes.

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Song of the Day: Wrap Your Troubles in Dreams

The song of the day for Wednesday, November 9, 2016 is “Wrap Your Troubles in Dreams.”

About This Song

“Wrap Your Troubles In Dreams” was written in 1931, with music by Harry Barris and lyrics by Ted Koehler and Billy Moll. It’s one of the classic Depression-era songs that hoped to help people forget their troubles and dream of better days. Bing Crosby made the first recording in 1931 with the Gus Arnheim Orchestra.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “Wrap Your Trouble In Dreams” in 1964 for the album Who Can I Turn To. The arrangement is by George Siravo.

Wrap Your Troubles in Dreams (And Dream Your Troubles Away) (with Ralph Sharon & his Orchestra)

Listen to Wrap Your Troubles in Dreams (And Dream Your Troubles Away) (with Ralph Sharon & his Orchestra) on Spotify. Song · Tony Bennett, Ralph Sharon & His Orchestra · 1964


“Wrap Your Troubles in Dreams,” as well as Who Can I Turn To, is available from iTunes.

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Song of the Day: Autumn Leaves

The song of the day for Friday, October 21, 2016 is “Autumn Leaves.”

About This Song

“Autumn Leaves” was composed in 1945 by French composer Joseph Kosma, with French lyrics by Jacques Prévert. It’s title was “Les feuilles mortes” which directly translates to “The Dead Leaves.” The English lyrics by Johnny Mercer were added in 1947, who named in “Autumn Leaves.” Jo Stafford was the first artist to record the song with the English lyrics. Other notable recordings include those by Edith Piaf and Nat King Cole.

About This Version

Tony Bennett has recorded this song several times. I’m a big fan of the 1964 version arranged by George Siravo and included on the album Who Can I Turn To.

Autumn Leaves (feat. The Ralph Sharon Trio)

Listen to Autumn Leaves (feat. The Ralph Sharon Trio) on Spotify. Song · Tony Bennett, Ralph Sharon Trio · 1964


“Autumn Leaves,” as well as Who Can I Turn To, is available from iTunes.

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Song of the Day: I Walk A Little Faster

The song of the day for Wednesday, August 10, 2016 is “I Walk A Little Faster.”

About This Song

“I Walk A Little Faster” was written by our songwriter of the month, Cy Coleman, and his long-time partner, Carolyn Leigh. I’ve always found it interesting that the two them never really got along and probably dislike each other. In spite of that, they wrote some wonderful songs together, including this one.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “I Walk A Little Faster” in 1964 for his album Who Can I Turn To. The arrangement is by George Siravo.

I Walk a Little Faster (feat. The Ralph Sharon Trio)

Listen to I Walk a Little Faster (feat. The Ralph Sharon Trio) on Spotify. Song · Tony Bennett, Ralph Sharon Trio · 1964


“I Walk A Little Faster,” as well as Who Can I Turn To, is available from iTunes.

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Song of the Day: Wrap Your Troubles In Dreams

The song of the day for Sunday, May 15, 2016 is “Wrap Your Troubles In Dreams.”

About This Song

“Wrap Your Troubles in Dreams” was composed in 1931 by Harry Barris, with lyrics by Ted Koehler and Billy Moll. It’s one of the classic Depression-era songs that hoped to help people forget their troubles and dream of better days. Bing Crosby made the first recording in 1931 with the Gus Arnheim Orchestra.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “Wrap Your Troubles In Dreams” in 1964 for his album Who Can I Turn To, which featured orchestrations by George Siravo.

Wrap Your Troubles in Dreams (And Dream Your Troubles Away) (with Ralph Sharon & his Orchestra)

Listen to Wrap Your Troubles in Dreams (And Dream Your Troubles Away) (with Ralph Sharon & his Orchestra) on Spotify. Song · Tony Bennett, Ralph Sharon & His Orchestra · 1964


“Wrap Your Troubles In Dreams,” as well as Who Can I Turn To, is available from iTunes.