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Mike Renzi

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Mike Renzi
Renzi, c. 2009
Renzi, c. 2009
Background information
Born(1941-04-28)April 28, 1941
Providence, Rhode Island, U.S.
DiedSeptember 29, 2021(2021-09-29) (aged 80)
Newport, Rhode Island, U.S.
GenresJazz, vocal jazz, traditional pop
Occupation(s)Musician, singer, arranger, composer, musical director
Instrument(s)Piano, vocals
Years active1962–2021

Michael Ernest Renzi (April 28, 1941 – September 29, 2021) was an American composer, music director, pianist, and jazz musician. Renzi graduated from the Boston Conservatory in 1973 and from Berklee College of Music in 1974.[1] He was a musical director for Peggy Lee and Mel Tormé for over 25 years.[2] He worked on Sesame Street as the music director for seasons 31 through 40 and led the Mike Renzi Trio.[3]

He died in Newport, Rhode Island, on September 28, 2021, at the age of 80.[4][5]

Discography

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With Lena Horne

With Maureen McGovern

With Mel Torme

  • Mel Torme and Friends (Finesse, 1981)
  • Torme/Encore at Marty's New York (Flair, 1982)
  • An Evening with Mel Torme (Concord Jazz, 1996)

With Grady Tate

  • Grady Tate Sings TNT (Milestone, 1991)
  • Body & Soul (Milestone, 1993)
  • Feeling Free (Pow Wow, 1999)

With others

References

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  1. ^ "RIP Mike Renzi". Newport Buzz. October 6, 2021. Retrieved December 14, 2021.
  2. ^ "Peggy Lee's official website". Chuck Pulin. 2003. Retrieved July 2, 2008.
  3. ^ "Cyrille Aimee wins the first Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Competition". NJ.com. October 21, 2012. Retrieved January 26, 2017.
  4. ^ Genzlinger, Neil (October 14, 2021). "Mike Renzi, a Jazz Singer's Best Friend, Dies at 80". The New York Times. Archived from the original on October 15, 2021. Retrieved October 14, 2021.
  5. ^ Composer and Musical Director Mike Renzi Dies at 80
  6. ^ Adderton, Donald V. (May 1, 1998). "Sanders' jazzy sounds shine through on CD". Biloxi Sun Herald. p. 62. Retrieved February 14, 2023.
  7. ^ "'Anyone Would Love You' Personnel". WorldCat.
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