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John Walter Bratton (January 21, 1867 - February 7, 1947) was an American composer and theatrical producer.
Born in New Castle, Delaware near Wilmington, Delaware, Bratton studied at the Philadelphia College before embarking on a career as a baritone singer. Bratton progressed into acting in and producing musical comedies, ultimately composing for the stage.
He wrote 250 songs teaming up for many with lyricists Walter H Ford and Paul West. He is best remembered for his 1907 composition " Teddy Bears' Picnic" the only one of his songs to be a lasting hit.
Bratton died in Brooklyn, NY.
Musical theater credits
His songs were featured in many other musical comedies including The Rainmakers 1894, Star & Garter 1900, The Office Boy 1903, The Toreador 1904, The Merry-Go-Round 1908
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