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The George Gershwin Reader (Paperback)
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The George Gershwin Reader (Paperback)
Series: Readers on American Musicians
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George Gershwin is one of the giants of American music, unique in
that he was both a brilliant writer of popular songs and of more
serious music. Here, music lovers are treated to a spectacular
celebration of this great American composer.
The Reader offers a kaleidoscopic collection of writings by
Gershwin, as well as those about Gershwin, written by a who's who
of famous commentators. More than eighty pieces of superb variety,
color, and depth include the critical debate over Gershwin's
concert pieces, especially "Rhapsody in Blue" and "An American in
Paris." There is a complete section devoted to the controversies
over "Porgy and Bess," including correspondence between Gershwin
and DuBose Hayward, the opera's librettist, plus unique interviews
with the original Porgy and Bess--Todd Duncan and Anne Brown.
Sprinkled throughout the book are excerpts from Gershwin's own
letters, which offer unique insight into this fascinating and
charming man. Along with a detailed chronology of the composer's
life, the editors provide informative introductions to each
entry.
Here is a book for anyone interested in American music. Scholars,
performers, and Gershwin's legions of fans will find it an
irresistible feast.
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