Guest Picks: Sheldon Harnick

On May 29, lyricist Sheldon Harnick was on the show to talk about writing for the legendary musical, "Fiddler on the Roof." While Harnick was responsible for show tunes like "Tradition" and "Sunrise, Sunset," he spends most of his time listening to classical music. Find out what else he enjoys below.

What have you read or seen over the past year (book, play, film, etc…) that moved or surprised you? 

“Love and Capital” – A book about Karl Marx and his wife and family.

Also: Documentary Film – “The Rape of Europe”

What are you listening to right now?

Nothing

What’s the last great book you read? 

“Beethovan (The Anguish and the Triumph)”

By Jan Swafford

What’s one thing you’re a fan of that people might not expect? 

Serious (Classical) Music

What’s your favorite comfort food? 

Tate’s Chocolate Chip Cookies