Wednesday, May 29, 2024

Henry Mancini wins 5 Grammy Awards 1962


Henry Mancini won five Grammy Awards for his work on Breakfast at Tiffany's at the 4th annual ceremony, held May 29, 1962.  His composition of the soundtrack won Best Sound Track Album or Recording Score from Motion Picture or Television, and Best Performance by an Orchestra - for Other Than Dancing.  The latter award was from the Pop category?

His original song Moon River won Record of the year, Song of the Year, and Best Arrangement.

West Side Story won Best Sound Track Album or Recording of Original Cast from a Motion Picture or Television.

Ray Charles won Best Rhythm & Blues Performance for Hit the Road Jack.

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