Frank Sinatra Francis Albert Sinatra was born on December 12, 1915, in Hoboken , New Jersey . He began singing in amateur shows in 1933 and formed a musical group called the Hoboken Four . Bandleader Harry James discovered Sinatra's act at the Rustic Cabin in New Jersey in 1939 . Their best recording together , "All or Nothing at All ", did not become a hit until after the singer's solo career took off four years later . Then during the early 40's Frank Sinatra was getting involved in
Voz, and Chairman of the Board. These were all sobriquets of the infamous Frank Sinatra. However, one of Sinatra's earliest and possibly most well-known nicknames was The Voice. A title such as The Voice is more than just a name that sounds cool and sensual. It promises something flawless about his singing style, signifying you could select one song, or perhaps even an album, as representative of Frank Sinatra. However, Sinatra had a multitude of styles over his five decade career, so to call him the
end to a life that had so deeply affected the evolution of the big band music era. His life was considered to be valued amongst the famous vocalists of the 1940’s, ranging from the great Bing Crosby to the first lady of jazz, Ella Fitzgerald. Frank Albert Sinatra, a passion driven and timeless soul, became the voice of a century thanks to his authentic, charismatic voice suited with such clarity and beloved dictation. He was a man who expanded a young nations love for the craft of jazz music, and by
Presley there was Frank Sinatra. The man some say "held the patent for the popular song". During his career Ol' Blue Eyes had cut some 1,800 recordings, gathered nine Grammys, and was considered by many critics to be the preeminent singer of this century (CNN, N.Pag). Durring his long career he became on e of the most successful pop music figures of the century. Sinatra’s sophisticated musicianship was evident in his many recordings. (Columbia Encyclopedia). blah blah blah…. Frank Sinatra was born in Hoboken
Frank Sinatra As we inch towards the year 2000, we look back to the pre-dominant individuals of the 20th century. Time magazine voted Frank Sinatra as the world’s most influential vocalist of the 20th century. Frank Sinatra not only excelled but transcended music and became a true personality of our time. Whether you’re talking about recorded music, live performances, movies or simply living large, Frank Sinatra has done that all. He has become an international figure, having the reputation as a
Though some would call Frank Sinatra a legend others would disagree. He has an interesting background. He has also accomplished so much. The things he has done in his lifetime can truly show how amazing he truly was. Frank was born December 12th, 1915 in Hoboken, New Jersey (Encyclopedia of Hollywood). He was the son of Martin Sinatra and Dolly Garavente Sinatra. Frank had a normal childhood like any other. He was an adored only child. Sinatra as a child was impatient with formal school
Frank Sinatra Howard Cosell, a legendary commentator, spoke words about this legendary man that more or less sums up his legendary career. He said "Frank Sinatra, who has the phrasing, who has the control, who understands the composers, who knows what losing means as so many have, who made the great comeback, who stands still, enduringly, on top of the entertainment world. Ladies and gentlemen, from here on in it's Frank Sinatra!" Frank Sinatra, the only singer in history to have hit records
of these people are just regular men and women that are placed high on a pedestal simply because they can sing or act, hence, becoming all the more famous. Although he was famous and popular in the entertainment world for almost four decades, Frank Sinatra was a singer and actor that had a side to him that not everyone knew. He hid behind the facade of an entirely happy, successful performer, when, in reality, he had many problems that the public was not even aware of. Some of these problems are
defined as eternal life. Frank Sinatra is one who will live forever. His music, his movies, his attitude, his eyes, whatever it is you remember him for, all the same, he IS greatness. Few people come along in the course of life that can be labeled great, Frankie is the symbol of greatness. Tens of millions of recordings, nine Grammys and two Academy Awards, over 60 films, worldwide tours, television specials, hundreds of millions of dollars raised for charities. Sinatra passed the tests of time with
vulgarity, hot temper and alleged ties to organized crime. Frank Sinatra was alluring and powerful not despite his contradictions, but because of them. He was bigger than life, but human as the next guy, and keenly aware of his public persona's many sides. And yet he knew, deep down, that the music - The Voice - was clear enough, powerful enough and passionate enough to eclipse the public's darkest doubts about Sinatra the man. Francis Albert Sinatra was born Dec. 12, 1915, the only child of working-class
Katherine Suarez Cinematic History: Films 1950’s Prof. M February, 28 2016 Frank Sinatra Frank Sinatra 's life was linked to music since childhood, becoming one of the most important figures ever known. Selling thousands of records and achieving recognition from the industry. Sinatra 's reputation as a singer made it easy for him to get into the action, he came to the movies in the fervor of his musical career in the early 40s. Sinatra soon showed he was an excellent actor. Offerings very good melodramatic
Francis Albert Sinatra most famously just known as Frank Sinatra was a jazz icon and famous actor. Frank Sinatra was born on December 12, 1915 he was raised by two Italian immigrants, his father Anthony Sinatra and his mother Natalie Garavanta. Frank Sinatra grew up on the rough streets of Hoboken, New Jersey and had the mentality to work hard and never give up. Frank Sinatra also dropped out of his school in his senior year so he could pursue his career in music. Frank Sinatra first started out
Frank Sinatra better known as Francis Albert Sinatra was born on December 12, 1915 in Hoboken New Jersey to Dolly Garamendi and Anthony Garaventi.He almost lost his own life when he wasn’t breathing. But there was one person who wasn’t going to let him die turned out to be his Grandmother Rose where she was determined to save him by running him under child water until everything came under normal when he started breathing, he came alive in the world, and he won. Frank was also baptized on St Francis
Introduction The Background story of Frank Sinatra is as varied as his talents. Accordingly, all information, hence forth has been verified through a minimum of three sources. Through many trials as well as tribulations that would have stopped the average man in his tracks Frank Sinatra was able to overcome in addition to flourishing. However, he did not flourish unscathed, through the Observational Learning Theory by Albert Bandura and the Personality as a Pattern of Interpersonal Interactions Theory
At the Sands with Count Basie and Frank Sinatra The year was 1966 Frank Sinatra was at the peak of his career. There he stood on the stage in the Copa Room at the Sands Hotel and Casino in front of Count Basie and his Orchestra recording what is considered the best album of his career. The album “Sinatra at the Sands” would be his first album recorded live to be released and the album would achieve gold in sales. Sinatra was in his environment, a cozy salon style venue with an enthusiastic crowd
Sinatra has been a national treasure and a music legend for almost 80 years now, but more than that he has a personal touch to many who love his music. Sinatra has an amazing voice and the attitude, phrasing, and charisma to reign supreme over all others in the genre. His timing was and remains unique, unparalleled even by some of the best and even those who worked alongside Sinatra. Sinatra worked alongside other amazing singers of the same genre that rose to fame with him such as Dean Martin and
19, 2014, from Grammy: http://www.grammy.com/news/the-grammys-biggest-winners-the-50s-and-60s Lule, J. (2012). Exploring media and culture. Irvington, NY: Flat World Knowledge. Pond, S. (2014). Frank Sinatra and Poltics. Retrieved January 19, 2014, from Sinatra: http://www.sinatra.com/content/frank-sinatra-and-politics Songs in Slave Society. (2009). Retrieved January 18, 2013, from History Engine- University of Richmond: http://historyengine.richmond.edu/episodes/view/4844 Ward, B. (2002). What’s
who involved social issues to their songs or even racism issues and for me that’s amazing how they had the courage to express their opinions and feelings towards those issues with music. Artists such as Bob Dylan, Billie Holiday, John Lennon, Frank Sinatra and Pete Seeger. The first artist I am going to talk about is Mr.Bob Dylan, who was born on May 24,1941. He was a folk singer and songwriter, his full name is Robert Allen Zimmerman but with time he took the name of Bob Dylan when performing folk
Let Me Entertain You… If Only We Could See ? In October, Robbie Williams came to Sydney for his Let Me Entertain You tour, which was held at All Phones Arena. For non-Sydney people, All Phones are about 15km out of the city and is part of the Olympic site developed for the 2000 games. In my opinion, it’s miles away and a total pain to get to and from however for the sake of Robbie, I was happy to make the trip. I was in charge of booking the tickets, organizing the parking, driving and all the
all others, had the most songs by far on my iPod – Frank Sinatra. In fact, my dad is quite obsessed with Frank Sinatra. He would always preach to me about the good old days of music when artists had beautiful voices and sang about meaningful things. “Nowadays, few singers have real talent. I want you to find me a person with a voice like Frank’s,” my father would challenge me. It’s safe to assume that Frank Sinatra’s