Michael Feinstein

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Michael Feinstein born?September 7, 1956
2. Where was Michael Feinstein born?Indianapolis, Indiana
3. What was Michael Feinstein's job?Singer, pianist, music archivist, and revivalist
4. What is Michael Feinstein known for?Archivist and interpreter for the Great American Songbook
5. What is the notable awards?Five-time Grammy-nominated recording artist; recipient of a Drama Desk Special Award (1988)
6. What is the founded organizations?Great American Songbook Foundation

Great American Songbook: A curated collection of influential American popular songs and jazz standards from the early to mid-20th century, recognized for their artistic merit and cultural impact.
Music Revivalist: An individual dedicated to reintroducing, preserving, and promoting older musical genres or specific bodies of work to contemporary audiences.
Archivist: A professional responsible for the acquisition, preservation, organization, and accessibility of historical documents and cultural artifacts.
Multi-platinum-selling: A commercial designation for recording artists whose albums have achieved sales exceeding one million units, indicating widespread popularity and success.