Van Alexander

Van Alexander
A photo of Van Alexander in 2013
Van Alexander in 2013
Born
Alexander Van Vliet Feldman

(1915-05-02)May 2, 1915
New York City, U.S.
DiedJuly 19, 2015(2015-07-19) (aged 100)
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Occupation(s)Bandleader, composer
Years active1930-1985

Van Alexander (born Alexander Van Vliet Feldman, May 2, 1915 – July 19, 2015) was an American bandleader, arranger and composer. He was known for his song "A-Tisket, A-Tasket".[1] He also performed music on television. Alexander won several Emmy Awards for his television scores.

Alexander turned 100 in May 2015[2] and died on July 19, 2015 of heart failure in Los Angeles.[3]

References

  1. ↑ Chadbourne, Eugene. "Van Alexander". AllMusic - Artist Biography by Eugene Chadbourne. All Media Network, LLC. Retrieved 25 December 2013.
  2. ↑ Burlingame, Jon (2015-05-04). "Arranger-Composer-Bandleader Van Alexander Turns 100". FMS Feature. The Film Music Society. Retrieved 2015-05-06.
  3. ↑ Van Alexander Dies at 100

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