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George David Weiss
American songwriter and arranger (1921–2010)
George David Weiss | |
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Weiss in 1947 | |
| Also known as | B.
Y. Forster |
| Born | (1921-04-09)April 9, 1921 New York City, U.S. |
| Origin | New York City, U.S. |
| Died | August 23, 2010(2010-08-23) (aged 89) Oldwick, New Jersey, U.S. |
| Genres | Pop music, Jazz |
| Occupation(s) | Songwriter, arranger |
Musical artist
George David Weiss (April 9, 1921 – August 23, 2010)[1] was an American songwriter and arranger, who was a president of the Songwriters Guild of America.[1]
He is an inductee in the Songwriters Hall of Fame.
Biography
Weiss was born in a Jewish family and originally planned a career as a lawyer or accountant; however, out of a love for music, he was led to attend the Juilliard School of Music,[1] developing his skills in writing and arranging.
After leaving school, he became an arranger for such big bands as those of Stan Kenton, Vincent Lopez, and Johnny Rich