Burt Bacharach, the world-renowned composer and singer-songwriter, passed away at age 94 on Wednesday, February 8, 2023. Famous for his unforgettable tunes like “Walk on By,” “Do You Know the Way to San Jose” and dozens of others hits, the composer received Grammy, Oscar and Tony awards during his lifetime.
The composer’s death was announced Thursday by publicist Tina Brausam. He was at his home in Los Angeles and died of natural causes.
The composer was praised worldwide for the last 70 years. Only a few, including Lennon-McCartney, Carole King and a handful of others, are said to have rivaled his genius for instantly catchy songs.
He had a run of top 10 hits from the 1950s into the 21st century.
Burt Bacharach died at the age of 94. Burt wrote some of the best songs in the world, he was the Beethoven of pop. In 2015 he performed ‘Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head’ during the legend slot at Glastonbury. Thanks, Burt. I’ll say a little prayer for you. pic.twitter.com/svg94ZEdXx
— The Sting (@TSting18)
February 9, 2023
Burt’s music was heard everywhere, from movie soundtracks and radios to home stereo systems and iPods. Generations everywhere loved his music. Fans and loved ones miss the legend dearly.
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Burt Bacharach: early life and education
- Born in Kansas City, Missouri, Bacharach grew up in Kew Gardens, Queens, New York.
- In 1946, he graduated from Forest Hills High School.
- Son of Irma M. (née Freeman) and Mark Bertram “Bert” Bacharach.
- His father was a well-known syndicated newspaper columnist.
- His mother was an amateur painter and composer.
- Bacharach learned piano during his childhood thanks to his mother.
- He was born into a Jewish family.
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Burt Bacharach: musical journey
- Bacharach showed a great interest in jazz as a teenager.
- He disliked his classical piano lessons and often used a fake ID to gain entry to nightclubs on 52nd Street.
- His songwriting style was influenced by bebop musicians such as Dizzy Gillespie and Count Basie.
- In 1948, Bacharach studied music at McGill University in Montreal, with Helmut Blume, at the Mannes School of Music in New York City.
- He also attended the Academy of Music of the West in Montecito, California.
- He studied a variety of music, including jazz harmony, which became important to his songs, which are generally considered pop music.
- Among his composition teachers were Darius Milhaud, Henry Cowell and Bohuslav Martinů.
It makes me very sad to hear about Burt Bacharach. Burt was a hero to me and very influential in my work. He was a giant in the music business. His songs will live forever. Love and mercy to Burt’s family. pic.twitter.com/yYGY3bGNSw
—Brian Wilson (@BrianWilsonLive)
February 9, 2023
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Burt Bacharach: career
- Burt Freeman Bacharach won six Grammy Awards.
- He also won three Academy Awards.
- Bacharach’s songs have been recorded by more than 1,000 different artists.
- The songwriter had also written 73 Top 40 hits in the United States and 52 in the United Kingdom.
- He was one of the most important composers of popular music of the 20th century.
My great friend Burt Bacharach passed away today. What a genius the world of music lost, and I lost a friend!! Burt wrote this song and taught me how to sing and record it. Thanks, Burt. RIP 🙏🏼 #burtbacharach pic.twitter.com/p4UUqOgOaC
– Tony Orlando (@TonyOrlando)
February 10, 2023
Burt Bacharach: biography
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Born |
Burt Freeman Bacharach May 12, 1928 Kansas City, Missouri, USA |
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Deceased |
February 8, 2023 (94 years old) Los Angeles, California, United States |
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Education |
McGill University Mannes School of Music Western Music Academy |
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Activities |
Composer Song composer record producer Pianist singer driver |
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Active years |
1950-2023 |
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Children |
4 |
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Musical career Genders |
orchestral pop easy listening pop lounge |
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Instruments) |
Piano keyboards voice |
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Tags |
kapp AM Columbia |
Burt Bacharach: Death
Bacharach died of natural causes at his home in Los Angeles, California, on February 8, 2023, at the age of 94.
The composer’s death was announced Thursday by publicist Tina Brausam.
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