Frank Sinatra

Ever since 2013, Frank Sinatra has been the artist that most interests me. As one of the most influential artist of the twentieth century, Sinatra started singing professional only in his teens. After his first performance with a hometown band; in an audition, which they passed. Sinatra quickly outshone his fellow bandmates and became the lead singer. However, this was only the start of a long rather fulfilling career in music. Even in the afterlife, he was acclaimed to be “the greatest singer of the twentieth century” for his majestic vocal talent, amazing performances, and outstanding productions with his accompanying band. (Christgau)
Frank Sinatra whilst mainly being known for his novelty voice, made his way to improve in all aspects of music. He had never formally learned to read music, but was naturally gifted and learned music by ear. Both with his studio recorded music and his live performances, Sinatra was usually accompanied by a saxophone, varying pieces of a drum set, sever trumpets and an electric or bass guitar. After weariness at Capitol Records, Sinatra broke off to start his own label called Reprise Records which went on to become one of the bigger players in music industry. (Santopietro ,340) However, there
Sinatra was insistent on performing and recording his music with a live band as he enjoyed the feel of having other musicians around him. (Granata ,112) William M. Collete thought the swing albums to be influence by Sammy Davis, Jr. Sinatra being a classical aficionado he insisted on classical strains in his music; he was greatly influence by Ralph Vaughan Williams and Puccini. (Granata ,93) Sinatra’s skill at performing along with opportunities brought along by his already long standing fame, led him to the silver screen. And in the movie industry as well he won Academy Awards for his performances in various