Burt Bacharach - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | May 12, 1928 |
|---|---|
| Age | 97 |
| Birthplace | Kansas City, Missouri, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus - (see also Burt Bacharach's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Composing and producing numerous hit songs, especially in partnership with lyricist Hal David, including 'Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head,' 'What the World Needs Now Is Love,' and 'Walk On By.' |
Intro
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.
Early Life & Background
Burt Bacharach was born to Irma Freeman and Mark Bertram 'Bert' Bacharach. He grew up in Forest Hills, Queens, New York City. He showed a strong interest in music from an early age and took piano lessons. Bacharach later studied music at McGill University, the Mannes School of Music, and the Music Academy of the West.
Career Highlights
- Won three Academy Awards and six Grammy Awards for songwriting and film scores.
- Formed a celebrated songwriting partnership with Hal David, producing numerous chart-topping hits in the 1950sā1970s.
- Composed soundtracks for popular films such as 'Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid.'
- Worked with artists like Dionne Warwick, Dusty Springfield, Tom Jones, and Aretha Franklin.
- Inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame and received the Gershwin Prize for Popular Song.
Trivia
- Many of his songs are known for their unusual chord progressions and time signatures.
- Had cameo appearances in several Austin Powers films.
- Served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, where he arranged music for a dance band.
FAQs
People also ask
Burt Bacharach is 97 years old.
Burt Bacharach was born the 12 May 1928.
Kansas City, Missouri, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About May 12th, 1928, in brief:
- Day of the week: May 12th, 1928 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: Four Sons directed by John Ford
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