POPULAR NEW SONG
“SASHA FROM RUSSIA”
Mr Stern, who is a member of the J. C. Williamson Comedy Co., at present touring New Zealand, was inspired by the dramatic halting by the Russians of the German drive at Stalingrad, to compose this song. In light hearted fashion the words are a tribute to the valour of the Russian armies, and to the combined achievements of the United Nations, and the composer has set his words to a bright and rhythmic melody that is capturing the fancies of popular “hit” fans everywhere. Mr Stern’s association with popular songs spreads over many years. The once famous “Abe My Boy” was actually written for, and originated by him in England during a long and successful season he ’ enjoved as a comedian in that country.
He was also associated with other well-known numbers such as “Alexander’s Ragtime Band” and “Yiddle on Your Fiddle” during the early days of the ragtime, and featured these all over the world. “Sasha From Russia,” however, constitutes a highlight in Air Stern’s career, and already it is meeting with great demand throughout the Dominion.
It has been published in New Zealand by Charles Begg and Co. Ltd., and is obtainable from any of Beggs Branches, and all leading Music Stores throughout. ...
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Timaru Herald, Volume CLVI, Issue 23029, 21 October 1944, Page 6
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212POPULAR NEW SONG Timaru Herald, Volume CLVI, Issue 23029, 21 October 1944, Page 6
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