Tag: music_history
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Library of Congress Uncovers Bittersweet Origin of "Save the Last Dance for Me"
The Library of Congress reveals the poignant backstory of Doc Pomus's "Save the Last Dance for Me." Inspired by his inability to dance at his 1957 wedding, the song's personal origin was discovered in his acquired papers.
EntertainmentMediaMusicFilm and TVDigital and Print PublishingEducation Doc PomusLibrary of CongressSave the Last Dance for MeMusic HistorySongwritingWilli BurkeThe DriftersU.S. Library of Congress
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Library of Congress Uncovers First Piece Performed in Coolidge Auditorium
After a century, researchers have identified J.S. Bach’s BWV 715 as the inaugural work in the Coolidge Auditorium, revealing the thoughtful programming that blended tradition and innovation for the Library of Congress concert series.
EntertainmentMediaMusicDigital and Print PublishingFederal Government J.S. BachCoolidge AuditoriumLibrary of CongressMusic HistoryConcert SeriesCarl EngelLynnwood FarnamU.S. Library of Congress