“The producer orders a certain title.
The musical director orders a certain rhythm.
The dance director orders a certain number of bars.
And the composer orders a certain number… of aspirin.”

—  Frank Loesser

on working in Hollywood
Reported by musician Michael Feinstein, transcript of * Fresh Air Celebrates Frank Loesser's 100th Birthday
http://www.npr.org/2010/06/29/128169934/fresh-air-celebrates-frank-loesser-s-100th-birthday
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Host: Terry Gross, Guest: Michael Feinstein
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2009-06-29
2:34
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