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George Gershwin is perhaps the most popular American composer of
the twentieth century, and his short and dramatic life has been the
subject of much attention. His music, however, has never been
scrutinized as closely as his life, and the composer known for his
show tunes has had difficulty finding a niche in the world of
"serious" music. This book is the first in-depth analysis of
Gershwin's entire compositional oeuvre, including his concert
music. Weaving biographical material with musical analysis, Steven
Gilbert presents a chronological study of the highlights of
Gershwin's career. He discusses the well-known Rhapsody in Blue,
Concerto in F, An American in Paris, and Porgy and Bess, as well as
such popular songs as "Swanee." "S'Wonderful," "I Got Rhythm,"
"Love Walked In," and "Love Is Here to Stay." But he also examines
relatively neglected works that are no less deserving, such as
Second Rhapsody, Cuban Overture, and Pardon My English, the last of
which, says Gilbert, was a failure on Broadway but was one of
George and Ira Gershwin's finest collaborations. Written in a
fluid, conversational style and illustrated with numerous musical
examples, some of which have never before been published, this book
will be enjoyed by general readers and appreciated by professional
musicians and musical scholars alike.
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