Josef Myrow
Josef Myrow was a Russian-born composer, renowned for his contributions to film scores during the 1940s and 1950s. Born on February 28, 1910, in Russia, he moved to the United States, where he pursued his education at the University of Pennsylvania, the Philadelphia Conservatory of Music, and the Curtis Institute of Music. Myrow was a skilled pianist and performed as a guest soloist with several symphony orchestras, including those in Cleveland and Philadelphia.
His career in music began with composing for nightclub revues on the East Coast, and he later transitioned to film, where he achieved significant success. Myrow was twice nominated for an Academy Award: first in 1947 for the song "You Do" from the film "Mother Wore Tights," and again in 1950 for "Wilhelmina" from "Wabash Avenue." Both songs were collaborations with lyricist Mack Gordon. Among his other notable works are "Autumn Nocturne" and the enduring classic "You Make Me Feel So Young," famously associated with Frank Sinatra.
In addition to his film work, Myrow co-wrote "C A P Is on the Go," the official song for the Civil Air Patrol, with Robert Mills. Throughout his career, he collaborated with various lyricists, including Kim Gannon, Jean Stone, and Bickley Reichner. Some of his other popular compositions include "Five O’Clock Whistle," "It Happens Every Spring," and "Velvet Moon."
Josef Myrow passed away on December 24, 1987, in Los Angeles, California, from the effects of Parkinson's disease. He was married to Beatrice Myrow and was the father of Fred Myrow, also a film composer. Myrow's legacy endures through his significant contributions to American film music and popular song.
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