Glorious Gershwin Rhapsody In Blue And The Gershwin Songbook

Rhapsody in blue and the gershwin songbook premiered in 1924 with paul whiteman amd his palais royal orchestra, rhapsody in blue was an instant hit both with audiences and critics alike and remains immensely popular with today's concert-goers. Gershwin's music spanned both worlds; classical and musical comedy and he is recognized today as the foremost 20th centry american composer, merging jazz and gospel influences with the orchestral world of the classical european mainstream. New mini site now launched click here to visit the glorious gershwin mini site for further information and sound clips