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Hal David

Born: 1921. Died: 2012. Lived in: United States

David was born in New York City, a son of Austrian Jewish immigrants Lina (nee Goldberg) and Gedalier David, who owned a delicatessen in Brooklyn, and younger brother of American lyricist and songwriter Mack David. He is credited with popular music lyrics, beginning in the 1940s with material written for bandleader Sammy Kaye and for Guy Lombardo. He worked with Morty Nevins of The Three Suns on four songs for the feature film Two Gals and a Guy (1951), starring Janis Paige and Robert Alda. he same name.

David and Bacharach were awarded the 2011 Gershwin Prize for Popular Song, bestowed by the Library of Congress, the first time a songwriting team was given the honor. David was recuperating from a recent illness and was unable to attend the Washington D.C. presentation ceremony in May 2012.

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Los Angeles Times, Burt Bacharach remembers Hal DavidObituary, Los Angeles Times, Hal David dies at 91; songwriting partner of Burt Bacharach

Obituary, New York Times, Hal David, Songwriter, Is Dead at 91


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Ed Lojeski : I'll Never Fall in Love Again : SSA : Showtrax CD : 073999650792 : 08201313

Ed Lojeski : I'll Never Fall in Love Again

This 1970 pop hit by Dionne Warwick is a great feature for SSA groups. With easy parts and lots of choreography options, this Hal David and Burt Bacharach classic will leave your audience with a smile.

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Voicing: SSA | Performed by Dionne Warwick | 2819p | Showtrax CD | $19.95


Mac Huff : Wishin' and Hopin' : SSA : Showtrax CD : 884088099794 : 08201957

Mac Huff : Wishin' and Hopin'

This sixties pop classic is skillfully arranged by Mac Huff for women's voices with a cute novelty flavor. Performance Time Approx. 2:40,Available separately: SSA and ShowTrax CD.

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Voicing: SSA | 2825p | Showtrax CD | $22.95


Mark Brymer : I Say a Little Prayer : SSA : Showtrax CD : 073999005455 : 08200545

Mark Brymer : I Say a Little Prayer

This 1967 pop hit by Dionne Warwick is a super choice for SSA groups. Available: SSA, ShowTrax Cassette. Performance Time: Approx. 2:35.

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Voicing: SSA | Performed by Dionne Warwick | 2814p | Showtrax CD | $26.95


Mark Brymer : Walk on By : SSA : Showtrax CD : 884088033903 : 08201878

Mark Brymer : Walk on By

Dionne Warwick was the artist in this 1964 pop hit by songwriting legends Hal David and Burt Bacharach. Set in a smooth Latin style, it has super choreography potential and is a great showcase for SSA groups.Available separately: SSA and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:25

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Voicing: SSA | Performed by Dionne Warwick | 2824p | Showtrax CD | $22.95


Roger Emerson : What the World Needs Now : Showtrax CD : 884088467609 : 08750851

Roger Emerson : What the World Needs Now

One of the most loved hits of the sixties, this song by Burt Bacharach and Hal David continues in popularity with audiences worldwide! Opening with a soulful soprano sax, this setting moves into a jazz waltz and then a driving 4/4 groove, returning to the jazz waltz for the final vocal build on the lyric: for everyone! A fantastic concert closer! Available separately: SATB, SAB, 2-Part, ShowTrax CD. Combo parts available as a digital download (ssx, tpt 1-2, tsx, tbn, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 3:10.

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2840p | Showtrax CD | $26.95


Sergio Mendes & Brasil '66 : The Look of Love : Showtrax CD : 884088475123 : 08751043

Sergio Mendes & Brasil '66 : The Look of Love

This 1968 Hal David/Burt Bacharach hit recorded by Sergio Mendes and Brasil '66 still grooves in this smooth and sultry choral setting. Show off a great soloist with this concert change of pace. Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, Combo Parts, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:50.

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Performed by Sergio Mendes | 7837p | Showtrax CD | $26.95

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