

Irving Berlin a big hit at BookExpo
Leslie Kimmelman at BookExpo As one of the most significant and prolific (over 1,500 songs written) tunesmiths of Tin Pan Alley, Irving...

Jim Bessman
Jun 4, 20182 min read
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Stars come out for Valerie Simpson's triumphant Broadway debut in 'Chicago'
Backstage following Valerie Simpson's debut in "Chicago," March 12, 2018. From left: Phylicia Rashad, George Faison, Simpson, Freddie...

Jim Bessman
Mar 14, 20183 min read
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Valerie Simpson debuts Monday night in Broadway's 'Chicago'
Valerie Simpson If you think that a legendary career as a performer—not to mention singer and songwriter—would be enough not to ruffle...

Jim Bessman
Mar 10, 20183 min read
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Sara Bareilles to receive SongHall's Hal David Starlight Award
Sara Bareilles (courtesy of Songwriters Hall of Fame) Sara Bareilles will receive the Songwriters Hall of Fame (SHOF) Hal David Starlight...

Jim Bessman
Mar 6, 20182 min read
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