Riddle, Nelson

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Birth 1921-06-01
Death 1985-10-06
Americans

Biographical notes:

Nelson Riddle was one of America's most prolific composer/arrangers of the post-World War II period. His credits include success with television, radio, film, and records. He worked with many of the popular icons in American culture including Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Peggy Lee, and Dean Martin.

From the description of Papers of Nelson Riddle, 1900-1995 (bulk 1945-1985). (University of Arizona). WorldCat record id: 57457251

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Subjects:

  • Arrangement (Music)
  • Big band music
  • Dance orchestra music
  • Jazz musicians
  • Motion picture music
  • Music
  • Music
  • Photographs
  • Presidents
  • Television music
  • Music

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Places:

  • United States (as recorded)

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