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Richard Charles Rodgers (June 28, 1902 – December 30, 1979) was an American composer who worked primarily in musical theater. With 43 Broadway musicals and over 900 songs to his credit, Rodgers was one of the most well-known American composers of the 20th century, and his compositions had a significant influence on popular music.
Apr 2, 2014 · (1902-1979) Synopsis. Along with Jerome Kern, Lorenz Hart and Oscar Hammerstein II, Richard Rodgers was a pioneer in crafting what became the quintessential American musical,...
Richard Rodgers, composer of The Sound of Music, Cinderella, Oklahoma! and other beloved musicals, changed the face of American music forever. We’ve compiled 120 facts about the legendary composer to celebrate his 120th birthday! Richard Rodgers circa 1964. Photo by Philippe Halsman.
Richard Rodgers’ contribution to the musical theatre of his day was extraordinary, and his influence on the musical theatre of today and tomorrow is legendary. His career spanned more than six decades, his hits ranging from the silver screens of Hollywood to the bright lights of Broadway, London and beyond.
Jun 24, 2024 · Richard Rodgers (born June 28, 1902, New York City—died Dec. 30, 1979, New York City) was one of the dominant composers of American musical comedy, known especially for his works in collaboration with the librettists Lorenz Hart and Oscar Hammerstein II.
Considered one of America's most influential composers, as he wrote the music to many successful musical plays for screen and theatre, from 1919 to 1943 in collaboration with Lorenz Hart and from 1943 to 1960 in collaboration with Oscar Hammerstein II. Inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1970. Family.
Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II were a successful musical theatre writing duo in the 1940s and 50s. Their Broadway shows brought in a whopping 34 Tony Awards! The duo met at college, but wouldn’t start working together for another couple of decades.
