Quote by: Dorothy Fields

A song must move the story ahead. A song must take the place of dialogue. If a song halts the show, pushes it back, stalls it, the audience won't buy it; they'll be unhappy.


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Author Bio


  • NameDorothy Fields
  • DescriptionAmerican musician
  • BornJuly 15, 1905
  • DiedMarch 28, 1974
  • CountryUnited States Of America
  • ProfessionScreenwriter; Composer; Author; Songwriter; Librettist