Charles Strouse

Charles Strouse is an American composer and lyricist born on June 7, 1928, in New York City. Best known for his Broadway musicals like Bye Bye Birdie, Applause, and Annie, he's won numerous Tony Awards and is celebrated for songs that became standards in the industry. Strouse studied with prominent figures such as Aaron Copland and Nadia Boulanger before achieving his first major success with Bye Bye Birdie in 1960. His career spans writing music for theatre, film, and even television, including the well-known theme song for All in the Family. He's also contributed to orchestral works and is an established figure in supporting upcoming artists through the ASCAP Musical Theatre Workshop.