Charlie Kunz
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Biography
Charles Leonard Kunz, also known as Charlie Kunz, born on August 18, 1896, in Allentown, Pennsylvania, was an American-born pianist and band leader who made his debut at age six. During World War I, he led a resident band while working in a munitions factory. In 1922, Kunz moved to the United Kingdom as part of a small dance band. His breakthrough came in 1934 with his debut solo performance at the Holborn Empire in London. This led to numerous appearances in variety theatres across Britain and Europe. His signature tune was "Clap Hands, Here Comes Charlie", and his closing theme was "Pink Elephants". He became one of the highest-paid pianists worldwide. Notable collaborations included working with vocalists Vera Lynn and Dorothy Squires during the 1930s. He passed away on March 16, 1958.
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- Where Were You On The Night Of June 3rd
- Some Enchanted Evening
- I'll Walk Alone, Swinging On A Star, Shine On Harvest Moon
- Medley: The White Cliffs of Dover / Green Eyes / Rose O'day
- Medley: Dearly Beloved / As Time Goes By / A Touch of Texas
- Medley: The Moon Got in My Eyes / Remember Me / It's the Natural Thing to Do
- Medley: Daybreak / For Me and My Gal / Yankee Doodle Boy
- Medley: In an 18th Century Drawing Room / Forever Faithful / It's a Hap - Hap-Happy Day
- Wonderful Guy
- I'm Putting All My Eggs in One Basket featuring George Barclay
- Don't Worry Bout Me, Our Love, And The Angels Sing
- Medley: Silver Wings in the Moonlight / I'd Love to Set You to Music / Johnny Zero
- Yours for a Song/Moon Love/F.D.R. Jones
- People Will Say We're In Love
- Surrey With The Fringe On Top
- If I Loved You
- Sand in My Shoes/Yours/Kiss the Boys Goodbye
- A Garden in the Rain/Danger Ahead/I'll Make Up for Everything
- I'm In A Dancing Mood
- Medley: There I Go / Dolores / Yes, My Darling Daughter
- My Prayer, If I Didn't Care, Wishing
- Medley: There Goes That Song Again / When They Sound the Last All Clear / Hey Little Hen
- Medley: Maria Elena / I Don't Want to Set the World On Fire / It Always Rains Before the Rainbow
- Medley: Especially for You / Angels Never Leave Heaven / Goodnight My Darling
