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Burt BacharachBurt Bacharach Burt Bacharach American composer and songwriter (1928–2023) Burt Freeman Bacharach (/ˈbækəræk/ BAK-ə-rak; May 12, 1928 – February 8, 2023) was an American composer, songwriter, record producer, and pianist, widely regarded as one of the most important and influential figures of 20th-century popular music.[4][5][6] He composed hundreds of pop songs, many in collaboration with lyricist Hal David. His music features atypical chord progressions and time signature changes, influenced by his background in jazz, and uncommon selections of instruments for small orchestras. He arranged, conducted, and produced much of his recorded output. Quick facts Background information, Born ... Burt Bacharach Bacharach in 1972 Background information Born Burt Freeman Bacharach (1928-05-12)May 12, 1928 Kansas City, Missouri, U.S. Died February 8, 2023(2023-02-08)… (Source: Wikipedia)
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