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Bernard, Felix, 1897-1944
1897-1944
Felix William Bernard was an American conductor, pianist and composer of popular music. Born to a Jewish family in New York City he studied music with his father and was a professional pianist from childhood. He wrote one-act musical comedies for vaudeville and toured in the United States and abroad. After working as a pianist for dance orchestras and music publishers he formed his own band and wrote musical material for artists such as Al Jolson, Eddie Cantor, and Sophie Tucker. Bernard joined ASCAP in 1934. His writing credits include such popular songs as "Winter Wonderland".