Saturday, November 12, 2022

November 12 - Richard A. Whiting (The Musical Birthday Series, 4th Annual Cycle)

 
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Richard A. Whiting (12 November 1891 – 19 February 1938) was an American composer of popular songs. 




 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Two Variations on the Name of Whiting


(1)

If the birthday of Richard A. Whiting

Is a thing that you think is exciting,

I’m glad that you’re reading

This fun, but exceeding-

ly specialized blog that I’m writing.


(2)

Whiting moved to Hollywood, where there were more opportunities for songwriters during the Depression. – Wikipedia


If you’ve purchased a cake and you’re lighting

The candles for Richard A. Whiting,

Perhaps the Depression

Has become an obsession

That your therapist shouldn’t be slighting.

 

 

 

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