Arthur Johnston

Arthur Johnston (1898–1954) was an American composer, pianist, arranger, and musical director, best known for his contributions to jazz standards, popular music, and Hollywood film musicals of the 1930s. Born in New York City, he began his career playing piano for silent films and later worked as a pianist and musical director for Irving Berlin. His most famous compositions include "Pennies from Heaven," "My Old Flame," "Cocktails for Two," "Just One More Chance," and "Moon Song." He frequently collaborated with lyricists Sam Coslow and Johnny Burke, and his songs were performed by artists such as Bing Crosby, Billie Holiday, and Louis Armstrong. He was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1970.