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Steve March Torme’ son of the Great Mel Torme’
On Getting To Know You tonight, Part One of a special two part “Getting To Know You” with special guest Steve March Torme’ The conversation will include Steve talking about his father and his step father, Broadway actor and host of the legendary game show “The 64,000 Question”
I will play some music this evening as well, including selections from Steve’s CD entitled “So Far” The duet between Steve and his father Mel Torme’ is truly wonderful.
If you miss the show - you can always go to my Archives page on this site, and listen to it or any other “Getting To Know You” show at your leisure.
Join me at 6:30 p.m. pacific / 9:30 p.m. eastern for part one of my interview with Steve March Torme’ - If you have comments about the show please send them to this blog.
Son of Harpo Marx speaks to Susan McCray on “Getting To Know You”
Growing up in the footsteps of entertainment legend Arthur “Harpo” Marx, can do mysterious things. For Harpo’s son, Bill, it opened worlds of opportunity, magnetically pulled in interesting, talented people and provided a loving home.
Bill Marx has made quite a name for himself in his 50-plus years as a composer, arranger, and pianist, but the name he’ll always be connected with is his dad’s. Bill grew up watching Harpo’s amazing talent as a self taught harpist.
And the of course, there were all those Marx Brothers uncles: Chico, Groucho, Gummo and Zeppo.
Listen in Tuesday evening March 17th, when Bill Marx shares stories and much more with Susan McCray on “Getting To Know You” 6:30 p.m. pacific 9:30 p.m. eastern time on KSAV.org.
Bobby Goldsboro Guests on “Getting To Know You” Tuesday, March 10th
Bobby Goldsboro, legendary singer, songwriter, producer, and accomplished artist, will be the special guest of Susan McCray on her show “Getting To Know You”, Tuesday evening, March 10th at 6:30 pacific / 9:30 p.m. eastern on KSAV.org.
As a special feature during the program, Bobby and Susan not only talk about their mutual friend, Vikki Carr, you’ll hear Vikki’s big hit of Bobby’s composition “Pen In Hand.”
Of course, if you are a Bobby Goldsboro fan, you may wonder if he still does his hilarious impression of the Tree Frog - commonly known as “The Cricket.”
Bobby Goldsboro on “Getting To Know You” hosted by Susan McCray, Tuesday evening March 10th on KSAV.org - Share-A-Vision Radio.
WHAT IT TAKES TO PRODUCE A ONE HOUR DRAMATIC TV SHOW
On Tuesday, Feb. 10th at 6:30 p.m. pacific 9:30 p.m. eastern, get to know how a one hour dramatic show is produced. Top film and television producer, Kent McCray explains the ins and outs of what it takes to get your favorite show on the air for your enjoyment.
If you are able to read the end credits of a television show or you happen to stay and read the credits at the end of a film, you might wonder what some of those unusual crew titles mean; grip, gaffer, best boy et al. Kent will explain what they mean and what those crew members do. Tune in to “Getting To Know You” with host Susan McCray.
You might want to take notes, for if you have any questions or want to know anything further regarding the information Kent spoke about, please send them to Susan McCray at: Susan@KSAV.org. You never know, it might help you when you decide to be a producer or possibly a gaffer.
Enjoy the show, Susan
Ricardo Montalban Dies today, Jan. 14 At His Home in Los Angeles, CA.
January 14th, 2009
Mr. Ricardo Montalban, a good friend, fine actor, widely respected for his efforts to create opportunities for Latinos in the entertainment industry, died this morning, Wednesday, at his Los Angeles home - he was 88. Mr. Montalban had been confined to a wheelchair in recent years and was in nearly constant pain from a congenital condition that affected his spine. He was quoted as say; “his acting ability, has grown because of the physical pain.”
Ricardo Montalban was a deeply religious man and said that the guiding force in his life was his Catholic faith.
Although he always expressed appreciation for his success, he complained continually throughout his career that Hollywood lacked respect for Mexican American actors. He established the Nosotros Foundation which is an organization that recognizes Latino participation in the arts and entertainment.
He was the true meaning of the word “Gentleman” My father worked with him on the film “The Singing Nun” at MGM. During that time, we became friendly and he came to our home for several parties with his beautiful wife Georgiana Young - sister to Loretta Young. I remember Ricardo saying, “I never turn down a role, for you never know what can come from it or who you might meet.”
I could list all of Ricardo Montalban’s great accomplishments and career history in films and television and in the theater but, all that could never compare to what he gave to all of us as a caring, compassionate human being.
Services will be private but I am certain you will join me in sending our thoughts and prayers to his two daughters, Laura Montalban and Anita Smith; his two sons, Mark Montalban and Victor Montalban; and his six grandchildren during this difficult time of loss.
Susan McCray
Page Cavanaugh … The Passing of a Legend in Jazz
Page Cavanaugh, a jazz pianist and singer whose popular trio in the 1940s and 1950s played in motion pictures and on Frank Sinatra’s radio show, died on Friday, Dec. 19th, he was 86.
The Cavanaugh trio also appeared with Frank Sinatra at the Waldorf-Astoria and elsewhere and played for NBC Radio’s “Jack Paar Show.”
The Page Cavanaugh Trio was one of the most popular nightclub acts in Southern California from the 1940s to the 1990s, performing at Ciro’s, the Trocadero, the Captain’s Table, the Money Tree and the Balboa Bay Club. He continued to perform until his passing. Cavanaugh may well have been the last of his kind — the great saloon singers and musicians who were in at the final flowering of he Great American Songbook and remained true to their code.
I am presently producing a “Getting To Know You” show to honor Page Cavanaugh and his life in music. Included in the show will be selections from the last CD he recorded with Phil Mallory on bass and Jason Lingle on drums entitled “Return to Elegance” which was released in 2006.
A beautiful 85th birthday celebration was given last year for Page Cavanaugh at the Beverly Hills Hotel. Among the uests paying tribute to him that evening were Nancy Sinatra Sr., Nancy Sinatra, Jr. Army Archerd, Marilyn King and Tom Hatten.
It has been said that the bartenders union owes Cavanaugh some sort of award for his service to their patrons Make it one for Page Cavanaugh … and one more for the road!
Happy New Year everyone and lets raise our glasses to the best of his kind … Mr. Page Cavanaugh …..
Susan McCray
CELEBRATE WITH “THE LITTLE MERMAID ON BROADWAY”
A great way to celebrate the holiday season with friends and family - you don’t even have to leave the comforts of home…. and best of all its FREE!
Tuesday evening November 25th, you have a front row seat to the new Broadway Show “The Little Mermaid on Broadway” with songs performed by the original Broadway Cast. The Curtain goes up at 6:30 p.m. for those on the West Coast and 9:30 p.m. for those on the East Coast.
This special presentation is brought to you by “Getting To Know You” host Susan McCray. Get to know the history of the show, about its writers and here comments by the producers.
Your FREE tickets for Tuesday evening’s performance are being held for you by your host Susan McCray. All you have to do is sit back, relax and tune in to KSAV.org and enjoy the Tony nominated Broadway Extravaganza - “The Little Mermaid on Broadway”
Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours,
Susan McCray
The Little Mermaid Playbill
A Tribute To Great Composer and Arranger Mr. Neil Hefti on “Getting To Know You” with host Susan McCray, Tuesday Nov. 18 on KSAV.org
On Tuesday, November 18 “Getting To Know You” hosted by Susan McCray pays tribute to a great jazz composer and arranger Neil Hefti - who passed away Oct. 11, ‘08. His brilliance as a jazz composer and arranger was admired by not only those in the music business but by music lovers all over the world. His greatest admirers were the greats he worked with such as; Count Basie and Frank Sinatra. Though he worked with such renowned musicians in his career, he is best recognized for his film and television music which include Themes for the film and television versions of Neil Simon’s “The Odd Couple” for “Batman.” and numerous others.
Join Susan McCray and get to know the man and his music - the late Mr. Neil Hefti - Tuesday evening at 6:30 p.m.pacific and 9:30 p.m. eastern time on KSAV.org.
As a reminder, all of Susan McCray’s shows can be heard at your leisure via her archives at: www.susanmccray.com. If you are a Podcast lover, “Getting To Know You” Podcasts are now available via iTunes.
CHAMPAGNE MUSIC MAKER GUESTS WITH SUSAN TUESDAY NOV. 4TH
Organist and Pianist on the Lawrence Welk TV Show - Bob Ralston, guests with Susan on Tuesday, Nov. 4th. Get To Know how it was working with Lawrence Welk and all the “Champagne Music Makers” Find out what Bob is doing now and where and when you can hear his wonderful music. An interesting fun interview on “Getting To Know You” at 6:30 p.m. pacific time on Tuesday.
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