Previous posts for January 29th are here: Daniel François Esprit Auber (2020) and Adam Lambert (2021)
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John Raitt (29 January 1917 – 20 February 2005) was an American actor and singer best known for his performances on Broadway.
Report from Carousel
When we went today’s matinee, it
Was starring the peerless John Raitt.
An excellent choice
And an excellent voice
In a role that was meant to display it.
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Frederick Delius (29 January 1862 – 10 June 1934), originally Fritz Delius, was an English composer.
What’s in a Name?
Would Delius have written more popular hits
If he had composed with his given name "Fritz"?
Sometimes in questions of popular standing
It’s merely a matter of changing one’s branding.
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