Cavalcade Of Music Music Of Cole Porter

Originally Aired: September 15, 1937 Cavalcade of America #100, "Cavalcade Of Music Music Of Cole Porter," The DuPont Company presents a special musical tribute to one of America's most ingenious composers of light music, Cole Porter. After receiving overwhelming requests for the return of guest artist Conrad Thibault, the program features Thibault joining conductor Don Voris and the DuPont Cavalcade Orchestra to perform a selection of Porter's greatest hits. From London, Porter himself sends his blessing on the program, expressing delight that his music will be showcased. The episode traces Porter's remarkable journey from Peru, Indiana, and Yale University, where he wrote the famous Bulldog song, to his decision to abandon law for the irresistible pull of writing music and lyrics in New York. The musical journey spans Porter's career highlights, including "An Old Fashioned Garden" from 1919, "Night and Day" from the hit show Gay Divorce, "You're the Top" from Anything Goes, and songs from his film work like "Easy to Love" from Born to Dance. Between musical numbers, the program pauses for a characteristic DuPont message about their innovative fabric products serving communities across America.