Matt Dennis

American singer, pianist, band leader, arranger, and songwriter (1914–2002)

Matt Dennis was an American singer, pianist, bandleader, arranger, and songwriter (1914-2002). Dennis served as arranger and composer for Tommy Dorsey's band, composing hit pop songs for the band and Frank Sinatra. He also did radio work, arranging music for Glenn Miller's AAF Orchestra during his service in WWII. Dennis released albums including Dennis, Anyone?, Plays And Sings Matt Dennis, and She Dances Overhead. He appeared in films such as The Bigamist. His most popular songs include Violets For Your Furs, When You Love A Fella, and Everything Happens To Me.

About

FROM
Seattle, WA, United States
BORN
February 11, 1914
GENRE
Jazz