Dave Frishberg
Composer

Dave Frishberg Net Worth

Dave Frishberg is a jazz artist born on March 23, 1933 in Saint Paul, MN. He is known for his many original songs that have been covered by renowned artists such as Blossom Dearie, Rosemary Clooney, and Mel Torme. His songs, such as "My Attorney Bernie," "Peel Me A Grape," and "Slappin' the Cakes on Me," are known for their unique humor and mischievousness.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day March 23, 1933
Birth Place Saint Paul, MN
Age 90 YEARS OLD
Birth Sign Aries

💰 Net worth: $8 Million (2024)

About

Jazz Artist known for his many original songs that were covered by such artists as Blossom Dearie, Rosemary Clooney, and Mel Torme. Such songs as "My Attorney Bernie," "Peel Me A Grape," and "Slappin' the Cakes on Me" were noted for their distinct humor and mischief.

Before Fame

He had no interest in classical piano when he was younger, naturally gravitating toward blues and boogie-woogie. He studied journalism at the University of Minnesota and served in the Air Force for two years.

Trivia

His lyrics for "Van Lingle Mungo" were nothing more than the names of baseball players.

Family Life

His father was a clothing store proprietor. He credited his much older brothers with giving him "musical nourishment" as a child.

Associated With

He was greatly influenced by Songwriter Frank Loesser whose classic "Baby, It's Cold Outside" he said he wished he had written.

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