Composers born on May 12

Take a focused look at the composers born on May 12. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1928 Burt Bacharach

  Burt Bacharach was an American composer, songwriter, record producer, and pianist known for his distinctive style that blended pop, jazz, and easy listening. He became one of the most influential popular music composers in the mid-20th century, acclaimed for his collaborations with lyricist Hal David. [bio]