As a music enthusiast who has grown up admiring the magical world of Broadway and Hollywood, I can’t help but feel a profound sense of loss with the passing of Marvin Laird. His contributions to the realm of musical theater and film are nothing short of extraordinary, and his impeccable talent will forever be etched in the annals of showbiz history.
Marvin Laird, a renowned composer on Broadway and in films, who had conducted performances for celebrities such as Diana Ross and Bernadette Peters, passed away on Monday in Connecticut due to natural reasons. He was 85 years old.
Laird has taken part in numerous performances both on stage and on-screen, with some of his most memorable Broadway productions being “Annie,” “Annie Get Your Gun,” “Gipsy,” and “Follies.” Beyond Broadway, he conducted concerts alongside notable figures such as Joel Grey, Cass Elliot, Dusty Springfield, and Goldie Hawn. Additionally, Laird created the dance music for the ballet “Smile with My Heart” and co-composed the score for “Ruthless! The Musical” in collaboration with Joel Paley, who wrote the book and lyrics. Later on, Laird and Paley formed a partnership not only in their professional lives but also in marriage.
In terms of film credits, Laird composed the dance music for “Hello, Dolly!” featuring Barbra Streisand, “New York, New York” with Liza Minnelli and Robert DeNiro, as well as Robert Altman’s “The Company.” He also provided the scores for popular TV shows such as “Dynasty” and “The Love Boat.
Speaking about Marvin, the one whose concerts Laird created, she said, “Dearest Marvin possessed an unmatched elegance, a witty humor that charmed everyone, and his heartfelt kindness made those he collaborated with adore him.” She further expressed her appreciation for his talent and impact, “I was greatly blessed by Marvin’s brilliance, the generosity of his support, and his loving nature.
Born on October 26, 1939, in Kansas City, Laird passed away leaving behind his partner Joel Paley, his brother Larry Lee, his sister-in-law Jeanne Laird, and his nieces Lana Whittaker and Lynnette Norcross.
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2024-12-05 02:46