Mitch Miller: Bandleader of Sing Along with Mitch Dies at 99

Mitch Miller was an American musician, record executive and television host. Born on July 4, 1911, in Rochester, New York, he was a classically trained oboist.

As head of artists and repertoire at Columbia Records, he shaped the careers of Tony Bennett, Rosemary Clooney and Frankie Laine. He hosted the NBC TV show Sing Along with Mitch from 1961 to 1964, with his famous beard and the bouncing ball lyrics, and released a series of best-selling sing-along albums.

He was a vocal opponent of rock and roll in its early years. Miller died in New York City on July 31, 2010, at age 99.

Achievements: Host of Sing Along with Mitch, Columbia Records executive.

Birth: July 4, 1911 - Rochester, New York.

Profession: Bandleader and record executive.

Interesting Facts: He was a classical oboist.