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Oscar Hammerstein II biography

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  • PLACE OF BIRTH: New York, New York
  • PLACE OF DEATH: Doylestown, Pennsylvania
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Lyricist Oscar Hammerstein II paired with composer Richard Rodgers to produce some of the best-loved musicals of all time including The King and I and The Sound of Music.


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Oscar Hammerstein II was born on July 12, 1895, in New York. Although originally interested in law, Hammerstein ultimately turned to theatre and wrote more than 45 musicals. He paired with several composers, but is best known for his partnership with Richard Rodgers. In 1949, Rodgers and Hammerstein formed Williamson Music, Inc. Their musicals included The King and I and The Sound of Music.

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