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- A Guide to the Life and Works of George GershwinAn overview of George Gershwin's early life and career, including the receptions of his renowned and little-known works.
- Brian Wilson Releases CD of Gershwin SongsBrian Wilson of The Beach Boys releases a solo project titled Brian Wilson Reimagines Gershwin on August 17, 2010.
- 8 Best Gershwin SongsGeorge and Ira Gershwin composed and wrote some of the most beautiful songs of the century!
US Library of Congress Fetes Paul McCartney with Gershwin AwardPaul McCartney, ex-Beatle, received the 3rd Gershwin Award from the U.S. Library of Congress. McCartney joins Gershwin Award recipients Paul Simon and Stevie Wonder in the music honor. PBS will air a Paul McCartney tribute concert on July 28th.
George and Ira Gershwin's Porgy and Bess and Summertime Coming to Grand Rapids OperaGeorge and Ira Gershwin gave us some of the best jazz songs and musical jazz operas. Gershwin's sizzling hot orgy and Bess, with its haunting song Summertime is coming to Grand Rapids Opera at Devos Hall, April 30 and May 1.
Opera Guide and Synopsis: Porgy and Bess, by George GershwinGuide to the plot, characters and history of Porgy and Bess by George Gershwin, the best-known American opera.- Brian Wilson to Complete and Record Unfinished George Gershwin SongsFormer Beach Boy Brian Wilson is going to be collaborating with the late songwriting legend George Gershwin. According to the Los Angeles Times, Wilson has been authorized by the Gershwin estate to finish and record at least two unfinished songs.
- Debate Over Porgy and Bess Racial IssuesA mock letter outlining the arguments as to why Porgy and Bess should be played
- George Gershwin's Research of the Gullah CultureGeorge Gershwin wrote the acclaimed opera, Porgy and Bess which accurately depicts the Gullah Culture. Yet, how was he able to acquire such knowledge?
- American Music of the 1920's: George Gershwin JazzGeorge Gershwin wrote wildly popular songs and defined the American symphonic sound, starting with Rhapsody in Blue.
Gershwin's "Cuban Overture" as Little-Known Work, but More Relevant TodayWith America making attempts to reach out to Cuba and reignite relations, listening to a little-known 1932 work by George Gershwin might help in reminding our musical connections. The "Cuban Overture" consolidated the sounds of Cuba with America...- If Johann Sebastian Bach, George Gershwin and Aaron Copland Met for LunchThis paper represents a hypothetical luncheon between the three major composers. It presents some biographical information on each, Bach, Gershwin and Copland.
My 10 Favorite George Gershwin Songs: A Trip Down Memory LaneJuly 11 marks the anniversary of George Gershwin's death. To reminisce, here's a look at some of my favorite songs by the great composer.
Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue: Different Arrangements & CriticismsHerbie Hancock and Lang-Lang's two-piano edition of "Rhapsody in Blue" proves that the piece still can work--even when truncated for the sound bite generation. But the Rhapsody has had some interesting configurations over the years every musician should check out...- Jewish Elements in the Music of George GershwinGeorge Gershwin's music, though composed mainly in the 1920s and 1930s, has remained popular to the present day. Not generally known is that Gershwin's music contains many Jewish elements.
Derek Ahonen on 'Pink Knees on Pale Skin' Dr BauerIf women in the theatre kick some butt now and then, it's to be expected. Dr. Bauer from Derek Ahonen's 'Pink Knees on Pale Skin' hits the mark.
Adam Rapp's 'Animals & Plants'Part of the Hotel/Motel twin-bill at The Gershwin Hotel, Adam Rapp's 'Animals & Plants' includes hyper-real evocations.
I Didn't Know What Time it WasBeautiful memories, even in the midst of dementia
My Top 10 Albums for SummerWhen the mercury tops the charts, crank up the sounds from summer's best and grab the sunscreen. It is going to be a hot one!- Maestro: A Theatrical ReviewThe story of the life of Leonard Berstein.
Easy listening on the East RiverBargemusic is a concert hall. On a barge. In the East River. Under the Brooklyn Bridge. Is there a cooler place to see a performance? I'm about to find out!- The CityPoetry comparing urban sounds to symphonic bliss.
- The Greatest Movie Musicals of All TimeA look back at the past 75+ years of Hollywood musicals, including a ranking of the top 20 of all time.
Standards Should "Never, Ever Change"You know the song. You've heard it a million times. It brings you back to a place you never knew.
CJeff Releases New Indie Album PositiveCjeff Has Traded The Stage For The Studio
