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Meredith Willson: America’s Music Man

He performed under Sousa and Toscanini. He scored films for the likes of Chaplin and wrote popular songs performed by Sinatra and The Beatles. And when the River City boys band marched on Broadway, Meredith Willson caught the whole world’s ear.
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  • Meredith Willson: America's Music Man: TVSS: Iconic

    Meredith Willson: America’s Music Man

    Wednesday
    Dec 31

    1 Hour

    Composer Meredith Willson, best known for "The Music Man," scored films and wrote popular songs performed by Frank Sinatra and The Beatles.
  • Meredith Willson: America's Music Man: TVSS: Iconic

    Meredith Willson: America’s Music Man

    Thursday
    Jan 1

    1 Hour

    Composer Meredith Willson, best known for "The Music Man," scored films and wrote popular songs performed by Frank Sinatra and The Beatles.
  • Meredith Willson: America's Music Man: TVSS: Iconic

    Meredith Willson: America’s Music Man

    Thursday
    Jan 1

    1 Hour

    Composer Meredith Willson, best known for "The Music Man," scored films and wrote popular songs performed by Frank Sinatra and The Beatles.

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