Allyn Ferguson
October 18, 1924 – June 23, 2010
Allyn Ferguson was an American pianist and composer, best remembered for his iconic ’70s TV theme songs. Mostly collaborating with Jack Elliott, Ferguson created the theme songs for such popular shows as Barney Miller and Charlie’s Angels as well as episode music for Starsky and Hutch, The Rookies, S.W.A.T., and many more. In 1985, he won an Emmy for his contributions to the TV film, Camille. Over the course of his career, Ferguson also served as musical director for Steve Lawrence & Eydie Gorme, Julie Andrews, Johnny Mathis, as well as for the American Music Awards, The Grammy, Emmy and Academy Award broadcasts. Allyn Ferguson was 85 when he passed away on June 23, 2010.
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