Mel's only formal musical education came from his Uncle Al Tormé, who played the ukulele and the Albert system clarinet. His only sibling, Myrna, was born a few weeks before his fourth …

Mel Tormé was an American singer, songwriter, composer, arranger, pianist, drummer, actor, and author. He was one of the 20th century’s most versatile, respected, and influential jazz …

Mel Torme was a child actor and musical prodigy. He began singing at the age of three, studied piano and drums, and at 15 published his first song which was recorded by Harry James. In …

Mel Tormé. Soundtrack: Gangster Squad. A professional singer at the age of three, Mel Torme was a genuine musical prodigy. As a teenager, he played the drums in Chico Marx's band and …

Sep 13, 2025 · Remembering The Late Great Mel Tormé Mel Tormé was a composer, arranger, and drummer who possessed an encyclopedic knowledge of American music.

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Mel Torme, 1925-1999 By CBSNews.com staff CBSNews.com staff June 5, 1999 / 7:15 PM EDT / CBS

Jun 5, 1999 · Explore Mel Tormé's discography including top tracks, albums, and reviews. Learn all about Mel Tormé on AllMusic.

Personal Mel Torme was married four times. His first three marriages ended in divorce. He was survived by his wife, Ali; five children, Steve, Melissa, Tracy, Daisy and James Torme, all of …

Mel Tormé. Soundtrack: Gangster Squad. A professional singer at the age of three, Mel Torme was a genuine musical prodigy. As a teenager, he played the drums in Chico Marx's band and …