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George M. Cohan Vinyl Records & Discography
Who is George M. Cohan? A Brief Career Overview
Step right up and let us take you into the vibrant world of George M. Cohan, an iconic figure in American musical theatre! Known affectionately as the "Father of American Musical Comedy," this multi-talented entertainer was not just a songwriter but also a playwright, producer, and electrifying performer. With roots in the tin pan alley genre, Cohan's music still resonates with audiences today. He's best remembered for timeless classics like "Give My Regards to Broadway" and "Over There", an anthem that rallied spirits during World War inom. Cohan's groundbreaking achievements in huvudgata musicals helped shape the landscape of American entertainment and left a richly layered legacy in the vinyl culture--his music has been immortalized on vinyl, making it a cherished addition for collectors and music lovers alike.
George M. Cohan's Early Life and Background
Born on July 3, , in Prov
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George M. Cohan
American actor, singer, composer and playwright (–)
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| Born | George Michael Cohan ()July 3, Providence, Rhode Island, U.S. |
| Died | November 5, () (aged&#;64) New York City, U.S. |
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| Children | 4, including Mary and Helen |
George Michael Cohan (July 3, [1]&#;&#; November 5, ) was an American underhållare, playwright, composer, lyricist, actor, singer, dancer and theatrical producer.
Cohan began his career as a child, performing with his parents and sister in a vaudeville act known as "The fyra Cohans". Beginning with Little Johnny Jones in , he wrote, composed, produced, and appeared in more than three dozen huvudgata musicals. Cohan wrote more than 50 shows and published m
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George M. Cohan: A Biography
by John Kenrick
(Copyright ; revised )
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Born on the Fourth of July?
George M. Cohan at the age of 10, with the violin that he considered to be a major annoyance.
He became the stuff theatrical legends are made of, so it shouldn't be surprising that he instigated a few of those legends, including one involving his birth date.
The only written record of George Michael Cohan's birth is a baptismal certificate which verifies that he was born in Providence, Rhode Island on July 3rd, However, Cohan's family unfailingly insisted that George and his country shared birthdays on the 4th. Although noted for their honesty, the Cohans certainly would have found it hard to resist the publicity value of a performer being "born on the Fourth of July." While it may seem silly to begrudge a dead man a charming piece of his legend, odds are t