The piano works of George Gershwin (Rhapsody in Blue , two pianos and four hands) Alfreds classic editions

by George Gershwin (Composer)

George Gershwin's own 2-piano, 4-hand arrangement of his classic contemporary masterpiece for piano and orchestra. This masterful measure-for-measure reproduction of the complete modern concerto for piano and orchestra includes the original solo piano part with a transcription of the orchestration for the second pianist. Advanced pianists will enjoy the shared experience of playing one of the 20th Century's most famous compositions, with all the grandeur, sonority, and sparkle intact.

Genres: Music

Paperback

First published January 1, 1976

About the author

George Gershwin (26 September, 1898 - 11 July, 1937) was an American composer. He wrote most of his vocal and theatrical works in collaboration with his elder brother, lyricist Ira Gershwin. George Gershwin composed songs both for Broadway and for the classical concert hall. He also wrote popular songs with success. He died young from a brain tumour at age 38.

Many of his compositions have been used on television and in numerous films, and many became jazz standards. The jazz singer Ella Fitzgerald recorded many of the Gershwins' songs on her 1959 Gershwin Songbook (arranged by Nelson Riddle).

Countless singers and musicians have recorded Gershwin songs, including Louis Armstrong, Al Jolson, Bobby Darin, Art Tatum, Bing Crosby, Janis Joplin, John Coltrane, Frank Sinatra, Billie Holiday, Sam Cooke, Miles Davis, Herbie Hancock, Madonna, Judy Garland, Julie Andrews, Barbra Streisand, Marni Nixon, Natalie Cole, Nina Simone, Maureen McGovern, John Fahey, and Sting.

Reviews

[Susan Molloy · Rating 5 out of 5]

S' wonderful blend of jazz and classical notes.

🎶Recommended.
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