W. C. Handy
Birth Place: Florence, AL, USA
Latest News on W. C. Handy:
Review: STANDARD TIME WITH MICHAEL FEINSTEIN Enriches A Night At Carnegie Hall (Nov 17, 2023)
Lakeside Pride Symphonic Band Announces Its Autumn Awakening (Nov 5, 2021)
NYFOS Unearths Rare Songs From Harlem's Gay Underground (Nov 16, 2019)
Review: STANDARD TIME WITH MICHAEL FEINSTEIN Enriches A Night At Carnegie Hall (Nov 17, 2023)
Lakeside Pride Symphonic Band Announces Its Autumn Awakening (Nov 5, 2021)
NYFOS Unearths Rare Songs From Harlem's Gay Underground (Nov 16, 2019)
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Review: STANDARD TIME WITH MICHAEL FEINSTEIN Enriches A Night At Carnegie Hall
by Sharon Ellman - Nov 17, 2023
This reviewer was thrilled to be able to get a glimpse into the amazing world of Michael Feinstein.
by Sharon Ellman - Nov 17, 2023
This reviewer was thrilled to be able to get a glimpse into the amazing world of Michael Feinstein.
Lakeside Pride Symphonic Band Announces Its Autumn Awakening
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 5, 2021
Ending a year-long hiatus, the Lakeside Pride Symphonic Band debuts its fall performance and marks the musical family's 'Silver Anniversary' 25th season! The company has been eager to refocus on community music making and are excited to finally share that joy with audience again.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 5, 2021
Ending a year-long hiatus, the Lakeside Pride Symphonic Band debuts its fall performance and marks the musical family's 'Silver Anniversary' 25th season! The company has been eager to refocus on community music making and are excited to finally share that joy with audience again.
NYFOS Unearths Rare Songs From Harlem's Gay Underground
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 16, 2019
THE NEW YORKER NEW YORK FESTIVAL OF SONG presents a new show that sheds light on Harlem's gay underground: Tain't Nobody's Business If I Do: Songs from Gay Harlem
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 16, 2019
THE NEW YORKER NEW YORK FESTIVAL OF SONG presents a new show that sheds light on Harlem's gay underground: Tain't Nobody's Business If I Do: Songs from Gay Harlem
BWW Interview: Adam Pascal of THE MUSIC MAN at 5-Star Theatricals
by Cary Ginell - Oct 11, 2019
In Part 2 of our interview with Adam Pascal, Adam talks about two traumatic Broadway experiences: going on with 'Rent' right after the sudden death of Jonathan Larson and having to do 'Aida' two days after the 9/11 tragedies.
by Cary Ginell - Oct 11, 2019
In Part 2 of our interview with Adam Pascal, Adam talks about two traumatic Broadway experiences: going on with 'Rent' right after the sudden death of Jonathan Larson and having to do 'Aida' two days after the 9/11 tragedies.
Most Significant Elvis Musical Artifact Returns Home To Graceland
by Stephi Wild - Dec 18, 2017
One of the most significant pieces of Elvis Presley's musical history has returned to Graceland, 60 years after it was first purchased by Elvis for the home in 1957 a white, baby grand piano with gold accents and a custom-made, gold, metal bench designed by Elvis with a white, leather cushion. For the first time since Graceland opened to the public in 1982, visitors to Graceland are now able to see this original piano, which was returned to the Music Room at Graceland this past weekend during Graceland's holiday concert events. Additional 1960s-era artifacts which are now on display in the Music Room include the original drapes and original gold couch, which was part of the room's d cor in 1964.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 18, 2017
One of the most significant pieces of Elvis Presley's musical history has returned to Graceland, 60 years after it was first purchased by Elvis for the home in 1957 a white, baby grand piano with gold accents and a custom-made, gold, metal bench designed by Elvis with a white, leather cushion. For the first time since Graceland opened to the public in 1982, visitors to Graceland are now able to see this original piano, which was returned to the Music Room at Graceland this past weekend during Graceland's holiday concert events. Additional 1960s-era artifacts which are now on display in the Music Room include the original drapes and original gold couch, which was part of the room's d cor in 1964.
Significant Elvis Presley Musical Artifact Returns Home to Graceland
by BWW News Desk - Dec 15, 2017
Elvis Presley's Graceland has announced the acquisition of one of the most significant pieces of Elvis' musical history, which will be returned to Graceland 60 years after it was first purchased by Elvis for the home in 1957 – a white, baby grand piano with gold accents and a custom-made, gold, metal bench designed by Elvis with a white, leather cushion.
by BWW News Desk - Dec 15, 2017
Elvis Presley's Graceland has announced the acquisition of one of the most significant pieces of Elvis' musical history, which will be returned to Graceland 60 years after it was first purchased by Elvis for the home in 1957 – a white, baby grand piano with gold accents and a custom-made, gold, metal bench designed by Elvis with a white, leather cushion.
Mabel Mercer Foundation Receives Fund for Teens to Learn the Great American Songbook
by BWW News Desk - Nov 29, 2017
The Mabel Mercer Foundation announced this week that Adela and Larry Elow have established a $50,000 endowment fund, created specifically to 'encourage teenagers to learn and perform The Great American Songbook, as composed between the years 1900-1970.'
by BWW News Desk - Nov 29, 2017
The Mabel Mercer Foundation announced this week that Adela and Larry Elow have established a $50,000 endowment fund, created specifically to 'encourage teenagers to learn and perform The Great American Songbook, as composed between the years 1900-1970.'
Significant Elvis Presley Musical Artifact Returns Home to Graceland
by BWW News Desk - Sep 7, 2017
Elvis Presley's Graceland has announced the acquisition of one of the most significant pieces of Elvis' musical history, which will be returned to Graceland 60 years after it was first purchased by Elvis for the home in 1957 – a white, baby grand piano with gold accents and a custom-made, gold, metal bench designed by Elvis with a white, leather cushion.
by BWW News Desk - Sep 7, 2017
Elvis Presley's Graceland has announced the acquisition of one of the most significant pieces of Elvis' musical history, which will be returned to Graceland 60 years after it was first purchased by Elvis for the home in 1957 – a white, baby grand piano with gold accents and a custom-made, gold, metal bench designed by Elvis with a white, leather cushion.
New Orleans Piano Legends Dr. John and Henry Butler Come Together for the First Time!
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 8, 2017
The Town Hall presents DR. JOHN AND HENRY BUTLER on Thursday June 15th Legends of New Orleans Music Together for the First Time, and featuring Dr. John's famed backup band The Nitetrippers One-of-a-Kind Piano Summit Brings the Big Easy to Blue Note Jazz Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 8, 2017
The Town Hall presents DR. JOHN AND HENRY BUTLER on Thursday June 15th Legends of New Orleans Music Together for the First Time, and featuring Dr. John's famed backup band The Nitetrippers One-of-a-Kind Piano Summit Brings the Big Easy to Blue Note Jazz Festival
BWW Reviews: JOE TURNER'S COME AND GONE Helps Celebrate 100th Anniversary of Karamu
by Roy Berko - Jan 27, 2015
On June 15, 2015, Karamu, the country's oldest continuously performing Black Theatre, will celebrate its 100th birthday.
by Roy Berko - Jan 27, 2015
On June 15, 2015, Karamu, the country's oldest continuously performing Black Theatre, will celebrate its 100th birthday.
NYFOS Continues 2014-15 Mainstage Series with HARLEM RENAISSANCE Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Dec 9, 2014
Fifty years after the passage of the Civil Rights Act, the New York Festival of Songbrings back one of its most beloved shows, HARLEM RENAISSANCE, tonight, December 9, 2014 at 8:00 pm as it continues the 2014-15 Mainstage series at Merkin Concert Hall.
by BWW News Desk - Dec 9, 2014
Fifty years after the passage of the Civil Rights Act, the New York Festival of Songbrings back one of its most beloved shows, HARLEM RENAISSANCE, tonight, December 9, 2014 at 8:00 pm as it continues the 2014-15 Mainstage series at Merkin Concert Hall.
The NYFOS Continues Its 2014-15 Mainstage Series with HARLEM RENAISSANCE, 12/9
by BWW News Desk - Nov 12, 2014
Fifty years after the passage of the Civil Rights Act, the New York Festival of Songbrings back one of its most beloved shows, HARLEM RENAISSANCE, on Tuesday, December 9, 2014 at 8:00 pm as it continues the 2014-15 Mainstage series atMerkin Concert Hall.
by BWW News Desk - Nov 12, 2014
Fifty years after the passage of the Civil Rights Act, the New York Festival of Songbrings back one of its most beloved shows, HARLEM RENAISSANCE, on Tuesday, December 9, 2014 at 8:00 pm as it continues the 2014-15 Mainstage series atMerkin Concert Hall.
New York Festival of Song Announces 2014-15 Season - ART SONG ON THE COUCH, HARLEM RENAISSANCE and More
by BWW News Desk - Aug 12, 2014
New York Festival of Song announces 2014-15 season. Four Great Series Return Classic: NYFOS MAINSTAGE at Merkin Concert Hall (4 concerts) Future: NYFOS NEXT at Opera America's National Opera Center (3 concerts) Cabaret: NYFOS AFTER HOURS at Henry's Restaurant (3 concerts) Mentoring: NYFOS EMERGING ARTISTS at North Fork, Juilliard, Caramoor (3 concerts)
by BWW News Desk - Aug 12, 2014
New York Festival of Song announces 2014-15 season. Four Great Series Return Classic: NYFOS MAINSTAGE at Merkin Concert Hall (4 concerts) Future: NYFOS NEXT at Opera America's National Opera Center (3 concerts) Cabaret: NYFOS AFTER HOURS at Henry's Restaurant (3 concerts) Mentoring: NYFOS EMERGING ARTISTS at North Fork, Juilliard, Caramoor (3 concerts)
Six-CD Box Set of Hy Zaret and Lou Singer's BALLADS FOR THE AGE OF SCIENCE Released Today
by BWW News Desk - Oct 15, 2013
For the first time in over fifty years, Harbinger Records will release 'Ballads for the Age of Science,' the most successful educational recordings of all time, as a six-CD box set. Featuring more than four dozen original songs written by Hy Zaret, co-author of the iconic popular song 'Unchained Melody,' and Lou Singer between 1959 and 1961, the albums introduced scientific concepts and terms using catchy, easy-to-learn lyrics and music to grade school students across America in the early 1960s.
by BWW News Desk - Oct 15, 2013
For the first time in over fifty years, Harbinger Records will release 'Ballads for the Age of Science,' the most successful educational recordings of all time, as a six-CD box set. Featuring more than four dozen original songs written by Hy Zaret, co-author of the iconic popular song 'Unchained Melody,' and Lou Singer between 1959 and 1961, the albums introduced scientific concepts and terms using catchy, easy-to-learn lyrics and music to grade school students across America in the early 1960s.
Six-CD Box Set of Hy Zaret and Lou Singer's BALLADS FOR THE AGE OF SCIENCE Set for 10/15 Release
by BWW News Desk - Sep 23, 2013
For the first time in over fifty years, Harbinger Records will release 'Ballads for the Age of Science,' the most successful educational recordings of all time, as a six-CD box set. Featuring more than four dozen original songs written by Hy Zaret, co-author of the iconic popular song 'Unchained Melody,' and Lou Singer between 1959 and 1961, the albums introduced scientific concepts and terms using catchy, easy-to-learn lyrics and music to grade school students across America in the early 1960s.
by BWW News Desk - Sep 23, 2013
For the first time in over fifty years, Harbinger Records will release 'Ballads for the Age of Science,' the most successful educational recordings of all time, as a six-CD box set. Featuring more than four dozen original songs written by Hy Zaret, co-author of the iconic popular song 'Unchained Melody,' and Lou Singer between 1959 and 1961, the albums introduced scientific concepts and terms using catchy, easy-to-learn lyrics and music to grade school students across America in the early 1960s.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has W. C. Handy written?
W. C. Handy has written 1 shows including Bubbling Brown Sugar (Composer/Lyricist).
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