Walter Gross (musician)

Walter Gross
Walter Gross, c. 1950s
Background information
Birth nameWalter Kalish Gross
Born(1909-07-14)July 14, 1909
Brooklyn, New York, U.S.
DiedNovember 27, 1967(1967-11-27) (aged 58)
Los Angeles, California
GenresJazz
Occupation(s)Musician, composer, songwriter, arranger, conductor
InstrumentPiano
LabelsBluebird, MGM, ABC-Paramount, Musicraft, Royale

Walter Gross (July 14, 1909 – November 27, 1967) is best known for having composed the music for the popular 1946 song "Tenderly". In addition to composing dozens of other titles, he was also a pianist, arranger, orchestra leader, and record industry executive.

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