Sheldon Harnick
Sheldon Mayer Harnick (April 30, 1924 – June 23, 2023) was an American lyricist and songwriter. He was best known for his works with composer Jerry Bock on musicals such as Fiddler on the Roof.[1][2]
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Background information | |
Birth name | Sheldon Mayer Harnick |
Born | Chicago, Illinois, U.S. | April 30, 1924
Died | June 23, 2023 New York City, New York, U.S. | (aged 99)
Genres | Musical theater |
Occupation(s) | Lyricist |
Years active | 1949–2023 |
Harnick died at his home in New York City on June 23, 2023, at the age of 99.[3][4]
References
- ↑ Randel, Don Michael (2003). The Harvard Biographical Dictionary of Music. Harvard University Press. p. 357.
- ↑ Gilliland, John (1969). "Show 19 - Blowin' in the Wind: Pop discovers folk music. [Part 2] : UNT Digital Library" (audio). Pop Chronicles. Digital.library.unt.edu. Retrieved 2011-04-29.
- ↑ Berkvist, Robert (23 June 2023). "Sheldon Harnick, 'Fiddler on the Roof' Lyricist, Dies at 99". The New York Times. Retrieved 23 June 2023.
- ↑ Lunder, Jeff. "Broadway lyricist Sheldon Harnick, who wrote 'Fiddler on the Roof,' dies at 99". npr.org. National Public Radio. Retrieved 23 June 2023.