Almost every single American and countless people around the world have heard the music of composer Charles Strouse. The word “legendary” is not too strong of a word to describe Mr. Strouse and his incredible melodies. An inductee of the Songwriters Hall of Fame and the Theatre Hall of Fame, Strouse
Ervin Drake could be considered one of the greatest songwriters of The American Songbook. He lived from April 3, 1919 – January 15, 2015. This was a very candid interview and his wife Edith shared her perspectives as well. Some of the Standards Ervin Drake wrote include “I Believe” and “It
John Primerano is a one of a kind, multi-talented creator on this episode of The Paul Leslie Hour. John Primerano is a Philadelphia-based singer, pianist, songwriter, recording artist, author, actor and entertainer. Along with his performances of the entire book of the Golden Age of Ausic, he has recorded an acclaimed album
Kathie Lee Gifford is well known as the past host of the television show Live with Regis and Kathie Lee and the host of the fourth hour of NBC’s Today Show. Kathie Lee Gifford is also a singer, recording artist and lyricist, as well as an actress and children’s book author. She joined The Paul
Peter Marshall is known for his personality, and it is his personality that has shined through on the stage, screen and on recordings. Peter Marshall is known to many as the original host of “Hollywood Squares.” He is an actor, radio personality and singer. On Peter Marshall’s album Can We Be Frank?
Julie Budd is one of the truly great signers with credits ranging from television to film, stage, and symphonies nationwide. Her professional career in the entertainment business started at twelve years of age, after she met the record producer & orchestrator Herb Bernstein. He introduced her to Merv Griffin at
Terry Woodson is the conductor for The Percy Faith Orchestra and for many years was the conductor and producer for Frank Sinatra, Jr. He’s worked with such greats as Don Ellis, Henry Mancini and countless others. This interview was recorded an hour or two before the passing of Frank Sinatra, Jr.
Singer, entertainer, performing and recording artist Dale Corn is a man with two unique old school passions: Trains and the Great American Songbook! Corn has wowed audiences in clubs and concerts around the world with his one of a kind interpretations of jazz standards, classic pop songs and tunes from the Great
John Pizzarelli is a first-rate jazz guitarist, singer, songwriter, recording artist and co-host of the radio program “Radio Deluxe.” John Pizzarelli is a bandleader, but has also accompanied such musical legends as Sir Paul McCartney, Michael McDonald, Rosemary Clooney and James Taylor. Pizzarelli has just released a studio album: For Centennial Reason:
Livingston Taylor is a singer-songwriter, pianist, guitarist and teacher. This interview was recorded in Taylor’s hotel room prior to one of his concert performances at Eddie’s Attic in Decatur, Georgia. His career has included songwriting, performances and teaching, but he thinks of himself first and foremost as a teacher. His brothers
It’s the first episode of 2019! We’re welcoming an artist of great cultural and personal relevance. Pat Metheny is a musician. He’s been called one of the greatest guitarists of our time. Metheny is a prolific composer and recording artist. Few artists have performed as many concerts around the world. A 20-time