Robert Sherman has died

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Robert Sherman has died

Posted: 3/6/12 at 6:10am

Composer of many of my favorite Disney songs. Very sad today
It's a Small World Songwriter Robert Sherman Dies at 86

#2

Robert Sherman has died

Posted: 3/6/12 at 7:00am

I grew up to his music. It's part of my DNA.

Rest in peace.

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#3

Robert Sherman has died

Posted: 3/6/12 at 7:04am

An appropriate song of his and his brother Richard's that I always loved.
"It Changes" from "Snoopy Come Home"

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#4

Robert Sherman has died

Posted: 3/6/12 at 7:08am

Same here Best12Bars. First movie I saw as a child was Mary Poppins, and I've loved the Sherman Brothers' music ever since.

#5

Robert Sherman has died

Posted: 3/6/12 at 7:19am

In Memory of Robert Sherman: My favorite Sherman Brothers Song...RIP

#6

Robert Sherman has died

Posted: 3/6/12 at 7:29am

Another favorite: MOTHER EARTH AND FATHER TIME from Charlotte's Web

#7

Robert Sherman has died

Posted: 3/6/12 at 7:31am

"Feed the Birds" was Walt's favorite song of theirs, too. Actually, his favorite song written for any of his projects.

I'm posting another version of it, with a squeezed picture (I hate that), but with the soundtrack running at the right speed. For some reason, the clip you posted is a bit fast (sounds like Munchkins).
Feed the Birds

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#8

Robert Sherman has died

Posted: 3/6/12 at 7:39am

This is from The Slipper and the Rose, their screen adaptation of Cinderella. The song was Oscar-nominated.

By the way, I love the transition as Cinderella (Gemma Craven) leaves the ball. She changes costumes 5 times during her descent on the staircase, so by the time she reaches the bottom, she has reverted to her rags.

The song that follows is a real beauty, sung by Gemma Craven and the Prince (Richard Chamberlain).
When He/She Danced With Me

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#9

Robert Sherman has died

Posted: 3/6/12 at 7:48am

I've always felt that part of the beauty of "Feed the Birds" is that the music had an oddly Hebraic quality to it, like some ancient, mournful synagogue lament.

It makes no sense whatsoever that the Sherman Brothers would put a Jewish melody into Mary Poppins, but every time I hear the song, that's the quality I hear.

RIP, Mr. Sherman.

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#10

Robert Sherman has died

Posted: 3/6/12 at 8:48am

Not even a spoonful of sugar makes this go down easy.

#11

Robert Sherman has died

Posted: 3/6/12 at 9:30am

"It makes no sense whatsoever that the Sherman Brothers would put a Jewish melody into Mary Poppins, but every time I hear the song, that's the quality I hear."

Actually, PJ, it makes sense to me. The song touches on the holy - the sacred act of giving when you have so little yourself. As the sons of Russian Jewish immigrants, I can imagine that the Hebraic strains of hymns about being a blessing would play out as inspiration, if even subliminally.

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Robert Sherman has died

Posted: 3/6/12 at 9:43am

Mother Earth and Father Time from Charlotte's Web is my all-time favorite song.

Thank you, Mr. Sherman. God Bless.

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#13

Robert Sherman has died

Posted: 3/6/12 at 9:49am

For those who wish to post memories, thanks, etc.

Have got the Slipper and the Rose on DVD; think I'll watch it this weekend.


Robert Sherman Online Tribute Page

Updated On: 3/6/12 at 09:49 AM

#14

Robert Sherman has died

Posted: 3/6/12 at 10:07am

He left behind a wonderful legacy.

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Robert Sherman has died

Posted: 3/6/12 at 10:47am

I always loved the underscoring for Mary Poppins, especially the scene where Mr. Banks is walking through London at night to be discharged from the bank. I always thought the soaring instrumental version of Feed the Birds was gorgeous and haunting.
Mary Poppins Special Edition Soundtrack: 27 Mr. Banks is Discharged

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#16

Robert Sherman has died

Posted: 3/6/12 at 10:49am

Very sad news! He wrote some of the greatest music ever.

#17

Robert Sherman has died

Posted: 3/6/12 at 11:11am

Sad news indeed. He wrote music I grew up with.

#18

Robert Sherman has died

Posted: 3/6/12 at 3:51pm

It makes no sense whatsoever that the Sherman Brothers would put a Jewish melody into Mary Poppins, but every time I hear the song, that's the quality I hear.

It makes no sense except that all modern American theater music has its roots in Jewish melodies and harmonies.

paljoey probably knows the story of Cole Porter going to Jerome Kern to ask what he (Porter) should do to be more successful. "Write Jewish," was Kern's reply.

#19

Robert Sherman has died

Posted: 3/6/12 at 4:00pm

One episode of "Frasier" often made me think of the Shermans. Frasier was called upon to write a theme song for his show, and in typical style, he goes overboard and puts together a piece with a full orchestra, chorus and narration. When he's instructed to pare it down to something simple -- a short, memorable ditty -- he can't do it.

They made writing charming songs, easy enough for any grade school choir to perform, seem deceptive simple. And we all know it isn't.

#20

Robert Sherman has died

Posted: 3/6/12 at 5:59pm

Best eulogy I can imagine, Calvin. Well said!

#21

Robert Sherman has died

Posted: 3/6/12 at 6:34pm

Yes, very well said. He really well be missed--like others here the Sherman Bros' songs were a big part of my childhood, and probably why I grew up loving musicals so much. I actually somehow have never seen The Slipper and the Rose, I'll have to get on that now.

And don't forget their contributions to the theme parks, like this gem (an attrction I always have to talk people I'm with to go see, I love it) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tfqGf9x7L9c

#22

Robert Sherman has died

Posted: 3/7/12 at 12:50am

Ah, you've all reminded me of songs I haven't thought of in years...yet touch something deep inside me whenever I think of them.

#23

Robert Sherman has died

Posted: 3/7/12 at 7:00am

Digital Spy in the UK had a short video on their site which had been posted on Jeffrey Sherman's facebook page:
Robert Sherman video

#24

Robert Sherman has died

Posted: 3/8/12 at 10:15pm

Happiest Millionaire
Over Here
Mary Poppins
Bedknobs and Broomsticks
Busker Alley and more.

They were great...

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Robert Sherman has died

Posted: 3/8/12 at 11:24pm

RIP! Mary Poppins and The Slipper and the Rose are among my favorite movie musicals. I've been wondering why "Secret Kingdom" from The Slipper and the Rose has been in my head for the past few weeks for no apparent reason. Wow, how eerie.