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Profile of Burton Lane
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2nd February 1912 |
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From Wikipedia, the free Encyclopedia Burton Lane (February 2, 1912, New York City - January 5, 1997, New York City) was a composer and lyricist.
Lane (real name Burton Levy) was best known for his musicals, Finian's Rainbow and On a Clear Day You Can See Forever. He also wrote music for films such as Dancing Lady, Royal Wedding, and Some Like it Hot. For a time, he was president of the American Guild of Authors and Composers, during which period he campaigned against music piracy.
Tony Award Nominations for Burton Lane
- 1979 Tony Award for Best Original Score - Carmelina
- 1966 Tony Award for Best Composer and Lyricist - On a Clear Day You Can See Forever
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