Remembering Broadway composer Charles Strouse

Remembering the Composer of “Annie,” the Late Charles Strouse

Before he passed away last week at ninety-six, Strouse discussed working with Jay-Z, his rivalry with Stephen Sondheim, and the “God-given gift” of composing.

Remembering Broadway composer Charles Strouse

Strouse, who died May 15, wrote the music for musicals like Bye Bye Birdie, Annie, Applause, It's a Bird ... It's a Plane ... It's Superman, and Golden Boy. Originally broadcast in 2002.