Henry Manners Katzman, known professionally as Henry Manners, was born on March 2, 1912, and passed away on May 11, 2001. He was a multifaceted American artist, recognized as a musician, composer, and painter. Katzman was notably one of the founders of Broadcast Music Incorporated (BMI), an organization established to provide an alternative to ASCAP by supporting a broader range of musical genres, including blues, country, jazz, and folk.

Growing up in a musical household in New York City as the son of bandleader Louis Katzman, Henry Manners quickly developed a passion for the piano. His contributions to music include composing over 65 popular works, with his first BMI-published song being "We Could Make Such Beautiful Music Together," co-written with lyricist Robert Sour. This song has been covered by artists like Judy Garland and Liza Minnelli. Other notable compositions by Katzman include "Delilah," "Starlight Sonata," "Keep An Eye On Your Heart," "Mabel Mabel," and "Braggin'."

In addition to his composing achievements, Katzman played piano with renowned figures such as George Gershwin and accompanied artists like Irène Bordoni, Fred Allen, and Jan Peerce. He also contributed to the soundtrack of the original Bambi animated film and was active in community service through the Veterans Bedside Network. His legacy includes his involvement in the Radio Pioneers, reflecting his significant impact on the American music landscape.