The man behind Disney's legendary songs
Working with Walt and winning Oscars for Mary Poppins – a celebration of the American composer and songwriter Richard M. Sherman's lifetime in music.
The American songwriter and composer Richard M. Sherman worked on some of the most enduring and memorable songs in musical film history. In partnership with his brother Robert, he created scores for hits such as The Jungle Book, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, and won two Oscars for his work on Mary Poppins. The Sherman Brothers worked closely with Walt Disney himself and wrote what would become his favourite song, Feed the Birds.
Richard died last week at the age of 95, after decades of bringing joy to so many through his music. Maryam Maruf went to meet him in 2016 at his home – in front of his piano – in Los Angeles. He reflected on a lifetime of extraordinary memories and his half-century collaboration with his brother Robert creating some of Disney's most magical songs.
Presenter: Emily Webb
Reporter: Maryam Maruf
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(Photo: Richard M. Sherman (L), Julie Andrews and Robert B. Sherman celebrating their Oscar success at the 1965 Academy Awards.
Credit: Β©A.M.P.A.S.Β® photo courtesy of Richard M. Sherman)
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