My Favorite Harold Arlen Tunes

For the exam, special attention to the song on page 7 and 8. Just saying.

We also watched and discussed Harold Arlen’s tune “I’ve got the world on a string” and the movie ending with singer Tony Bennett. Right here on page 3. Just saying.

Read all about Harold Arlen (Hyman Arluk, 1905-1986) right here. A cantor’s son who ran away from Buffalo. And when you’re finished, hear some of his great tunes.

I’ve got the world on a string:

Video From Analyze This.

It’s only a paper moon

Stormy Weather

And two songs from Wizard of Oz:

We went over the lyrics to this whole song in class. Just saying.

Lyrics to If I only had a brain.

and If I Only Had a Brain