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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, integrating...
Apr 4, 2024 · “The King and I” “The Sound of Music” 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.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Inductee. 1902- 1979 Born/Died. 1970 Inducted. First composer to win "EGOT" - Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony, plus a Pulitzer. Richard Rodgers' contributions to the musical theatre of his day were extraordinary, and his influence on the musical theatre of today and tomorrow is legendary.
Aug 9, 2022 · Using only 88 keys and a bottomless supply of genius, composer Richard Rodgers proved Fitzgerald dead wrong, living through a three act career and providing us with a fourth act in posterity.
- Laurence Maslon
Feb 1, 1999 · Composer Richard Rodgers' contributions to musical theatre were extraordinary, and his influence is legendary.
Jun 29, 2012 · A look back at the life of legendary composer Richard Rodgers and his work including Sound of Music and Oklahoma with co-writers Lorenz Hart and Oscar Hammerstein.
