Vincent Rose

Vincent Rose (born Vincenzo Cacioppo on June 13, 1880 in Palermo, Sicily, Italy - died May 20, 1944 in Rockville Center, New York, USA) was an Italian-born musician (piano, violin), composer and band leader. He moved to the US at the age of 17.

He collaborated with lyricists Larry Stock, Jack Meskill, Crystal Lewis, Raymond Klages, James Cavanaugh and Buddy G. De Sylva. His most known compositions include "Blueberry Hill", "Whispering", "Linger Awhile" and "Avalon".