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Hal Willner (April 6, 1956 – April 7, 2020) was an American music producer working in recording, films, television, and live events. He was best known for assembling tribute albums and events featuring a wide variety of artists and musical styles ( jazz , classical , rock , Tin Pan Alley ).
Apr 8, 2020 · Mr. Willner was born on April 6, 1956, in Philadelphia, to Carl and Etta Willner. His father and his uncle ran a delicatessen called Hymie’s. The brothers were the only members of the family to ...
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Apr 7, 2020 · Hal Willner was a respected producer who worked with Lou Reed, Marianne Faithfull, and many others. He also curated eclectic tribute albums and chose the music for SNL skits.
Apr 7, 2020 · Hal Willner, known for his eclectic tribute albums and concerts, and as the long-time sketch music producer for “Saturday Night Live,” passed away from COVID-19 complications. He had worked with artists like Marianne Faithfull, Lou Reed, Elvis Costello and many more.
Apr 7, 2020 · Producer Hal Willner performs at a celebration of the 60th anniversary of Allen Ginsberg's "Howl" with music, words and funny people at The Theater at Ace Hotel in Los Angeles on April 7, 2015.
Apr 8, 2020 · Producer Hal Willner performs at a celebration of the 60th anniversary of Allen Ginsberg's Howl with music, words and funny people at The Ace Hotel Theater on April 7, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.
Sep 9, 2020 · Hal Willner was known as "the man with the golden Rolodex," a music producer who could call Lou Reed, Sting or Marianne Faithful and persuade them on a moment's notice to participate in any number ...
