Cole Porter in Hollywood: Begin the Beguine(2003)
An overview of Cole Porter’s musical contributions to the film Broadway Melody of 1940.
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An overview of Cole Porter’s musical contributions to the film Broadway Melody of 1940.
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2003-01-02
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