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Irving Berlin (1888 - 1889), American composer and musician, known as the King of Ragtime at the time this photograph was taken and he appeared in the revue, Hullo Ragtime at the London Hippodrome for a week in July 1913. Date: 1913
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This portrait captures Irving Berlin, the American composer and musician, during his week-long appearance at the London Hippodrome in the revue "Hullo Ragtime" in July 1913. At the time, Berlin was hailed as the "King of Ragtime," and his popularity had reached an all-time high both in the United States and across the Atlantic. Born in Russia in 1888, Berlin immigrated to the United States with his family as a young child. He began his career in show business as a singer and pianist in vaudeville theaters before turning to songwriting. Berlin's first major success came in 1911 with the publication of his songbook, "The Irving Berlin Songbook," which included some of his most enduring compositions, such as "Alexander's Ragtime Band" and "Marie from Sunny Italy." In 1913, Berlin made his way to London to perform in "Hullo Ragtime," a revue that showcased the latest in American popular music. The production was a huge success, and Berlin's performances were met with rave reviews from both the British press and audiences. This photograph captures the moment of Berlin's London debut, with his confident expression and dapper attire reflecting his status as a rising star in the world of music. The image is a testament to Berlin's remarkable talent and versatility as a composer and musician, as well as his ability to captivate audiences on both sides of the Atlantic. Berlin's influence on American music would continue to grow in the decades that followed, with classics such as "White Christmas," "Easter Parade," and "God Bless America" becoming enduring standards of the Great American Songbook.
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