Tag: Richard Sherman
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Disney Legend Andreas Deja Releases ‘Mushka’s Lullaby’ Music Video
Disney Legend Andreas Deja has released a music video for ‘Mushka’s Lullaby’ from the soundtrack of his animated short film.
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The Return of Fantasmic! – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #714
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week, there are several exciting things and one sad thing to discuss on the show. First off, Fantasmic! has returned to the Disneyland Resort. The Geeks talk about the return of this nighttime spectacular and also share about the reserved dining experience. Also at Disneyland, a new R1 Astromech Droid…
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Disney Legend Richard Sherman Passes Away at 95
The hearts of Disney fans around the world ache today. A Disney Legend in every sense of the word, Richard Sherman has passed away at the age of 95 years. Richard and his brother Robert Sherman were responsible for many classic Disney songs that appeared in favorite films and attractions. He died on Saturday, May…
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The Boys: The Sherman Brothers’ Story | DISNEY THIS DAY | May 22, 2009
On this day in 2009, ‘The Boys: The Sherman Brothers’ Story,’ also known as simply ‘The Boys,’ began a limited run in New York City, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Palm Desert, California. The documentary chronicled the complex backstories and family lives of brothers Richard and Robert Sherman, the composers known for some of Disney’s…
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Original Score for Disney Legend Andreas Dejas’ ‘MUSHKA’ Now Available
The original score for the Andreas Dejas’ film MUSHKA is now available on streaming services. The beautiful score has music by Fabrizio Mancinelli. It also has Mushka’s Lullaby, composed by Disney Legend, Richard Sherman, arranged by Fabrizio Mancinelli and performed by Holly Sedillos. Mushka’s Lullaby won the Best Song in a Short Film category at…
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Disney Legends Burny Mattinson and Richard Sherman Add a Dash of Magic to Disney Animation’s ‘Once Upon a Studio’
Now streaming exclusively on Disney+, Walt Disney Animation Studios’ original short film Once Upon a Studio welcomes heroes and villains, princes and princesses, sidekicks and sorcerers—in all-new hand-drawn and CG animation—to celebrate 10 decades of storytelling, artistry, and technological achievements. Directed and written by Dan Abraham and Trent Correy, and produced by Yvett Merino and Bradford Simonsen, Once Upon…
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Here is How Disney Brought Genie Back for ‘Once Upon a Studio’ With Robin Williams Without AI.
Once Upon a Studio is an animated short that celebrates 100 years of Disney storytelling. With 543 different Disney characters, this short is a love letter to Disney animation. It is also packed full of cameos from of voices that are known and loved by Disney fans. During the course of this nine minute short…
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The Touching Story of How Richard Sherman Revisits Walt Disney’s Favorite Song in ‘Once Upon a Studio’
When Walt Disney Animation Studios’ new short Once Upon a Studio makes its broadcast debut Sunday, October 15, at 8 p.m. ET/PT as part of ABC’s The Wonderful World of Disney: Disney’s 100th Anniversary Celebration!, it will feature a newly recorded version of the classic Mary Poppins lullaby “Feed the Birds” by Academy Award-winning composer, songwriter, and Disney Legend Richard…
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Sunday Spotlight: Richard Sherman Performs “Feed the Birds”
Through the last 18 years of Daps Magic we have been very privileged to get to experience some very magical moments. There are a few of them that are even more magical and stand out from the rest. One of these is getting to hear Richard Sherman perform Feed the Birds from Mary Poppins. Back…
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‘Mary Poppins’ Songwriter Returns for ‘Once Upon a Studio’
Disney Legend Richard Sherman, one of the two songwriters for Mary Poppins, returned to Walt Disney’s office to be a part of the upcoming short Once Upon a Studio. The short celebrates 100 years of The Walt Disney Company. The short was written and directed by written and directed by Dan Abraham and Trent Correy.…
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A Few Magical Moments with Richard Sherman on His 95th Birthday
Today is Disney legend and legendary composer Richard Sherman’s 95th birthday. Richard Sherman has been a part of some of the most memorable and beloved songs in the Disney catalog and more through the years. He and his brother wrote the songs for music in Disney movies including Mary Poppins, The Jungle Book, and Bedknobs…
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The Walt Disney Family Museum presents it’s a small world: A Virtual Community Art Exhibition
“There is just one moon and one golden sun, And a smile means friendship to everyone. Though the mountains divide and the oceans are wide, it’s a small world after all.” San Francisco, July 17, 2020—The Walt Disney Family Museum is excited to announce that it is accepting submissions for its next virtual community…
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Happy 92nd Birthday Richard M. Sherman!
Today is the 92nd birthday for Richard M. Sherman. He, along with his brother Robert, helped create many of the magical tunes that have brought so many Disney movies and attractions to life. This man exudes kindness and Disney magic as he shares his music with the world. Richard M. Sherman was born in New…
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Fabrizio Mancinelli, Composer of the Upcoming Mushka Film, Shares His Inspiration From and Thoughts on Disney
The Walt Disney Family Museum hosted a virtual panel of Happily Ever After Hours with composer and conductor Fabrizio Mancinelli. He has been working on the upcoming film Mushka, which he collaborated with Richard Sherman for the music and is directed by Andreas Deja. Mancinelli spoke about his great love of Disney and the inspiration…
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Mary Poppins Returns Soundtrack Review
Mary Poppins Returns continues the story of the Banks family that was first told in 1964. A now grown Michael and Jane Banks are now finding themselves facing some of the struggles of life and forgetting the joy they once had after Mary Poppins’ first visit. The film is accompanied by a beautiful, and magical,…
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Disney Dedicates Orchestra Stage to Sherman Brothers During World Premiere of Christopher Robin
https://www.facebook.com/DisneyChristopherRobin/videos/280547929167125/ The newest incarnation of Winnie the Pooh comes out this week. Last night, Disney celebrated the world premiere of Christopher Robin at the Walt Disney Studios lot. This event wasn’t just a movie premiere though, it also was a dedication to two men who are synonymous with Disney music. The orchestra stage where the…
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Disney Shares New Featurette for Christopher Robin as Tickets Go On Sale
Christopher Robin will be bringing back Winnie the Pooh and the title character in just a few short weeks. When it comes out on August 3rd, fans will get to see the silly old bear back in action but with a now adult Christopher Robin. As tickets go on sale today for this movie, Disney…
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A Whole New World of Alan Menken – Disney Legend Alan Menken’s New One-Man Show to be Presented at D23 Expo
Think of your favorite Disney music and odds are it was composed by one of just a handful of a composers. One of the more prominent of these composers is Disney Legend Alan Menken. Throughout his career he has added a musical voice to many of our favorite Disney characters. Alan Menken is the man behind…
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It’s a Small World Still the Happiest Cruise That Ever Sailed 50 Years Later
50 years ago It’s a Small World opened at Disneyland with a special ceremony celebrating the theme of global unity. Walt Disney was joined by over 50 representatives from foreign consulates around the world and children wearing traditional clothing from countries around the globe for this special ceremony. Walt Disney was joined by some of these children…
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2015 Disney Stories Countdown #3 – Disneyland’s 60th
This year was full of big events for Disney, and one of the most anticipated was Disneyland’s 60th anniversary. This diamond studded celebration kicked off officially in May, and will be going well into the next year. The main two days for it took place in 2015, though. 24 Hour Day To get the festivities…
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PBS SoCal to Air “Richard M. Sherman: Songs of a Lifetime”
Set to premiere on PBS SoCal this coming December 17 is that of “Richard M. Sherman: Songs of a Lifetime.” This one-hour televised special will take a look back at the past 60 years of music from the Sherman brothers as well as their legacy within the Disney community. This show was produced by Don Hahn,…
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The July 17 Celebration of Disneyland’s 60th
One of the most anticipated events has come and gone yesterday. Disneyland’s 60th anniversary brought a huge celebration not just to the park but the whole resort! Guests began lining up in the Toy Story Parking Lot bus loading early in the morning. At about 5:30 am, the lines were escorted into the esplanade to…
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Richard Sherman’s “A Kiss Goodnight” in ‘Disneyland Forever’ to Pay Tribute to Walt Disney
In Disneyland Park’s new firework show, ‘Disneyland Forever,’ be ready for a fully immersive experience. And when I say immersive, I mean you can pretty much enjoy the fireworks from anywhere in the park. Projections will be queued and will be visible on Main Street, U.S.A., the Rivers of America, “it’s a small world” and the…
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Disneyland's 60th Diamond Celebration Details Unveiled
The Disneyland Resort has announced some of the details for its Diamond Celebration that will begin on May 22, 2015. The announcements took place during an event that took place on Main Street, USA and began shortly after 8:00 PM. They were also simultaneously shared via @Disneyland on twitter and also the Disney Parks Blog…