Tony Hiller

Composer

1927 –

97

Who is Tony Hiller?

Tony Hiller is a British songwriter. He began his musical career as a member of the song and dance duo The Hiller Brothers, sharing the stage with his brother Irving. The Hiller Brothers appeared with many artists of the time including Alma Cogan, Tommy Cooper, Val Doonican, Matt Monro, The Shadows, Bernard Manning, Kathy Kirby, Roger Whittaker, Rip Taylor, Gene Vincent, Lance Percival, Tessie O'Shea, Frank Ifield, Deep River Boys, The Dallas Boys, Clark Brothers, Paul Melba and Ray Burns.

Over 500 artists have recorded Hiller's songs including Brotherhood of Man, Elton John, Olivia Newton-John, Andy Williams, Ray Stevens, The Miracles, The Hollies, Sonny and Cher, The Osmonds, Glen Campbell, Crystal Gayle, Anne Murray, Ed Bruce, and The Fortunes.

Born in London, England, he is best known for writing and/or producing numerous hits for Brotherhood of Man, including "United We Stand", "Save Your Kisses for Me", "Angelo", and "Figaro". The song "United We Stand" is considered a worldwide standard and has been recorded by over 100 different artists.

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Born
Jul 30, 1927
United Kingdom
Also known as
  • Hiller, Tony
Nationality
  • United Kingdom
Profession

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on July 23, 2013

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