Dave Grusin

Dave Grusin is an American pianist, composer, and arranger who has won multiple Grammy Awards and an Academy Award. He has been a major contributor to the film, television, and jazz music industries for over 50 years.

Grusin has released many solo albums and has collaborated with other well-known artists, such as The Manhattan Transfer, Lee Ritenour, and the New York Philharmonic. His standout albums include Mountain Dance (1980), Two Worlds (1998), and West Side Story (1997). His most popular songs include “Mountain Dance”, “Early A.M. Attitude”, and “N.Y.C.”.

An interesting fact about Dave Grusin is that he has composed the music for over 100 films, including Tootsie (1982), The Goonies (1985), and The Fabulous Baker Boys (1989). He also composed the theme music for the television show St. Elsewhere (1982-1988).