Cy Coleman Quotes

A collection of quotes by Cy Coleman.

Cy Coleman (1929-2004) was an American composer, songwriter, and pianist. Born Seymour Kaufman, he began his career as a jazz pianist, performing with prominent musicians like Lester Young and Coleman Hawkins. Coleman eventually transitioned to songwriting and composing for theater and film. He is best known for his work on Broadway, particularly for composing music for musicals such as "Sweet Charity," "City of Angels," and "The Life." Coleman's distinctive musical style blended elements of jazz, pop, and musical theater, earning him multiple Tony Awards and recognition as one of the most successful composers of his time.