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Harry Akst

American songwriter (1894-1963) · United States · On the map · Musicians · Died at 68

Harry Akst was an American songwriter, who started out his career as a pianist in vaudeville accompanying singers such as Nora Bayes, Frank Fay and Al Jolson.

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Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1894 to 1963 · aged 68

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