Gershwins, Not Berlin
I was pleased that the Betty Clooney Foundation’s Singers’ Salute to the Songwriter was covered by Don Heckman (“Singers Salute Songwriters--at Length,” April 22). It was a terrific evening and the money raised from this event goes to a wonderful program.
I must note, however, that “Of Thee I Sing” (sung in the concert by Marilyn Lovell) was written by George and Ira Gershwin, and not Irving Berlin, to whom it was attributed in the review.
MARK TRENT GOLDBERG
Executive Director
Ira & Leonore Gershwin Trusts
Los Angeles
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