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  • Danny Kaye

    Studs talks with versatile actor, singer, performer Danny Kaye

    Mar. 8, 1963

    Studs talks with versatile actor, singer, performer Danny Kaye who opens up about his worldwide appeal to children and adults alike, relating to children on their terms, his father's influence, the skills and work that go into his crafts, and much more. Kaye reveals his lack of musical training yet details his comic conducting talents ala Victor Borge via his charity work. The conversation continues with talk of his variety show performances, his fondness for Señor Wences, the medium of television, and his knack for dialects.

  • Norman Wallace discusses his music career

    Jun. 8, 1980

    Norman Wallace discusses his music career. Norman Wallace discusses his occupations as a pianist and a songwriter.

  • Michael Feinstein discusses George and Ira Gershwin

    Feb. 26, 1990

    Interviewing Michael Feinstein, American singer, pianist, and music revivalist, about his music and his work cataloging Ira Gershwin’s collection of phonograph records.

  • Discussing jazz music with cabaret performer and jazz vocalist Spider Saloff

    May. 14, 1997

    Discussing jazz music with jazz vocalist and cabaret performer Spider Saloff. Spider Saloff discusses George and Ira Gershwin. Songs removed due to copyright.

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