Dec 13, 2012 — Veteran singer Tony Bennett took calls on Talk of the Nation from fans who shared what they have learned from the singer's success. Bennett also sketched a very special NPR 'thank you' note.
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During his visit, Bennett gave NPR engineer Neal Rauch a special thank you with this sketch. (NPR)
Tony Bennett Hearts (And Sketches) NPR
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Dec 13, 2012 — Veteran singer Tony Bennett took calls on Talk of the Nation from fans who shared what they have learned from the singer's success. Bennett also sketched a very special NPR 'thank you' note.See this
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Legendary singer Tony Bennett proves good performing doesn't slow with age.
A 60-year veteran of the recording industry, Bennett penned his advice for aspiring artists in a new memoir Life is a Gift: The Zen of Bennett. The singer joined NPR Host Neal Conan on Talk of the Nation and took calls from fans who shared what they have learned from Bennett's success.
Before leaving the NPR New York Bureau, we snapped a photo of the singer with an 'I Heart NPR' card, or as he might sing, 'I left my heart in NPR'.
Listen to the full interview with Tony Bennett on Talk of the Nation.
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