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Leroy Bernard Shield (October 2, 1893 – January 9, 1962) was an American film score and radio composer. He is best known for the themes and incidental music he wrote for the classic Hal Roach comedy short films of the 1930s, including the Our Gang and Laurel and Hardy series.
Learn about Leroy Shield, one of the greatest composers of the twentieth century, who wrote the themes and incidental music for legendary Hal Roach comedy short films. Discover his biography, popular works, and reviews from listeners who appreciate his music.
Aug 10, 2008 · The strange and beautiful background music in the Hal Roach comedies of the 1930s was composed by LeRoy Shield (1883-1962). The music can be difficult to hea...
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Jul 8, 2017 · The Original Piano Music Alessandro Simonetto "This album recreates the atmosphere and feeling of the 1930s comedies from the Hal Roach Studios, the ‘Lot of Fun’ where Laurel & Hardy, Our Gang ...
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Leroy Bernard Shield (October 2, 1893 – January 9, 1962) was an American film score and radio composer. He is best known for the themes and incidental music he wrote for the classic Hal Roach comedy short films of the 1930s, including the Our Gang and Laurel and Hardy series.
Leroy Shield. Soundtrack: Shanghai Knights. Versatile in many different musical fields, Leroy Shield started out as organist and pianist at the age of five. He made his professional début at 12 and at 15 became an arranger, composer and concert pianist.
Leroy Shield. Soundtrack: Shanghai Knights. Versatile in many different musical fields, Leroy Shield started out as organist and pianist at the age of five. He made his professional début at 12 and at 15 became an arranger, composer and concert pianist.
