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A collection that features fourteen Gershiwn songs as well as some of the themes from "Rhapsody in Blue". ... Read more

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Each collection contains 11 songs arranged for the instrumentalist wanting to play in a jazz style -- without the need to learn to improvise. All of the books are compatible, with only minimal changes in the "variation" section to accommodate the ranges and unique characteristics of the instruments.

Titles are: I Got Rhythm * But Not for Me * Embraceable You * A Foggy Day * Fascinating Rhythm * I've Got a Crush on You * 'S Wonderful * How Long Has This Been Going On * Nice Work If You Can Get It * Someone to Watch Over Me * Strike Up the Band. ... Read more

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Momma gives it a big YES
Got this for my sax-playing mom for Christmas. She says it's the best sax arrangement book she's ever had. ... Read more

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This album pays tribute to Gershwin's unique melodic genius, which gave us such gems as Embraceable you, Summertime, I Got Rhythm, 'S Wonderful, and Lady Be Good. These and other favorites are arranged here for cello and piano accompaniment. ... Read more

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1958 Renewal. by Arthur Gershwin and Frances Godowsky and Ira Gershwin. Paperback. Samuel Frencj. French's Musical Library. A Musical Play In Two Acts. 117 pages. The story follows John P. Wintergreen's campaign for President through until his triumphant election on the slogan "Put Love in The White House." The play was awarded the Pulitzer Prize. ... Read more

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Edited by Alicia Zizzo. A definitive edition of all of the Gershwin preludes. Also contains three extremely rare composition. Titles are: Prelude I * Prelude (Melody No. 17) * Prelude (Rubato) * Prelude II (Blue Lullaby) * Prelude (Novelette in Fourths) * Prelude II (Spanish Prelude) * Prelude (Used as 3rd movement of 'Concerto in F' * Prelude (Sleepless Nights.) ... Read more

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The rare preludes are here--thank YOU!
I had to search high and low for Zizzo's edition of the rarer preludes. Here, you have all of the Gershwin keyboard works, including the short preludes I, II and III, as well as those rare preludes "Novelette in Fourths" and "Sleepless Nights." The "I've Got Rhythm" variations are virtuoso--so beware, this book ranges from the playable to the shockingly difficult. But I can't tell you what a pleasure it is to have it all in one book finally. Thank you, Ms. Zizzo. Even if I can't play all of these, it's "S'wonderful" to be able to read the scores.

Gershwin at his best -- the Piano
Beginning as a song plugger, the self-taught Gershwin became a master of the piano.What better way to indulge in this music than to paly it yourself!This collection contains piano arrangements of his greatest works, inclduing Rhapsodie in Blue for solo piano, and the overly ignoredand infrequently heard Concerto in F.There are also two pianoarrangements of orchestral peices, i.e. Cuban Overture.Be advised, thearrangements are difficult.Learning to play them will definitely taketime.However, if you're into studying the works, or following along asyou listen, then this is for you.Two copies will be necessary if you'regoing to perform them. ... Read more

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This sheet music was newly engraved from early and authoritative editions. ... Read more

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After spending two weeks in Cuba, George Gershwin was inspired to write this masterpiece. Elements of Cuban rhythms and dance are incorporated, making this a colorful and exciting piece to play. Originally written for full orchestra, this version is expertly arranged for one piano, four hands by George Gershwin. ... Read more

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The second full score commissioned by the Ira & Leonore Gershwin Trust for the Library of Congress. Prepared and edited by Steven Bowen. This hardcover edition is perfect for libraries. Titles include: Isn't It a Pity
* Luckiest Man in the World
* The Lorelei
* My Cousin in Milwaukee
* Dancing in the Streets
* I've Got to Be There
* Tonight and many more. ... Read more

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This book is the first in-depth analysis of George Gershwin`s entire compositional oeuvre, including his concert music. Written in a fluid, conversational style and illustrated with numerous musical examples, some of which have never before been published, it weaves biographical material with musical analysis and presents a chronological study of Gershwin`s career. ... Read more

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The Music of Gershwin
This book is actually what its title purports it to be about.When you open this book, you'll find little biographical material about the life and times of Gershwin.Rather, as the title suggests, 'The Music of Gershwin' is about just that; the music.Containing interesting printed pieces of music as visual examples, 'The Music of Gershwin' contains visual examples of two types: 1) photocopies of actual hand-written music of George Gershwin 2) transcriptions of Gershwin's music based on the original written music.Both are intended to illustrate musical observations made by the authors.

In this book, there are forays into the informational substance surrounding the musical examples presented, and they are often done so in the context of classical music history or music theory nomenclature. ... Read more

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These lower-intermediate level duet arrangements of 10 Gershwin classics such as"I Got Plenty of Nuttin'," "Summertime," "It Ain't Necessarily So," and "Love Walked In" sound as full and satisfying as the orchestral originals. ... Read more

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Includes: I Got Rhythm Variations (Jazz Variation)
* An American in Paris (Blues Theme)
* Prelude II
* Concerto in F (Second Movement)
* Rhapsody in Blue (Slow Theme)
* Second Rhapsody (Slow Theme). ... Read more

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Titles are: But Not for Me
* A Foggy Day
* How Long Has This Been Going On?
* It Ain't Necessarily So
* The Man I Love
* Nice Work If You Can Get It
* Our Love Is Here to Stay
* Someone to Watch Over Me
* Summertime
* They Can't Take That Away from Me
* Embraceable You. ... Read more

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Most good, some strange
This book includes very interesting arrangements of some classic Gershwin tunes based on the related CD of the same title by Marcus Roberts.The arrangements are very modern sounding, but keep tabs on the melody.The book I bought included a 3.5 disk that included midi files of all the songs in the book.I found it very helpful.The arrangements, to my ear, are very good reworkings of the original tunes, but some of them are a little strange.Most, though, I very much like. ... Read more

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Arranged for two pianos, four hands. As recorded by The Labeque Sisters. ... Read more

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During his short but prolific career, George Gershwin (1898-1937) produced a varied body of work that combined symphonic composition with the musical styles popular in his era, including jazz and African-American spirituals. Known primarily for his jazz-tinged orchestral work Rhapsody in Blue, his folk opera Porgy and Bess, and his many wonderful songs featured in the films of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, Gershwin and his lyricist brother Ira were key figures in the songwriting circles of pre-war America. Rodney Greenberg's lively biography paints a vivid picture of this exciting era in the development of American music, and places Gershwin's life and career within the social and cultural contexts in which he flourished.


George Gershwin is part of Phaidon s successful 20th Century Composers series, which presents authoritative and engaging biographies of the great creative musicians of our time, augmented by striking visual material and essential reference information. This edition of the book features a whimsical new cover by Jean-Jacques Sempé, the world-renowned illustrator and cartoonist.Amazon.com Review
As part of its 20th Century Composers series, Phaidoncommissioned noted producer and director of television music programsRodney Greenberg to write a biography of one of the century's mostpopular composers--George Gershwin, a man who in a regrettably shortlife (he died in 1937 at the age of 38) sought to straddle the worldsof popular and symphonic music.

"Music," Gershwin once said, "must reflect the thoughts andaspirations of the people and the time. My people are American. Mytime is today." Gershwin's life, from his days as a "songplugger" inNew York's Tin Pan Alley to fame and fortune with Broadway shows andsymphonic composition, followed the evolution of American popularmusic. But he was as much an influence on his time as he wasinfluenced by it. Charismatic, brilliant, and vastly egotistical, hisstruggle to be recognized as a serious composer was always at oddswith the fame and money such songs as "Fascinating Rhythm" and "LadyBe Good" brought him.

While Greenberg's biography is serviceable as an introduction to thecomposer's life, his analysis of the music is what raises thiselegantly short book to the realm of the exceptional. Gershwin's bodyof work is surprisingly small, considering its lasting influence, andthis gives the author the opportunity to discuss at length not onlysuch landmark works as Rhapsody in Blue and Porgy andBess, but also minor pieces like "Lullaby" and "Someone to WatchOver Me." Indeed, Greenberg argues that Gershwin's gifts, like thoseof Cole Porter but also Chopin and Grieg, were best expressed throughhis shorter compositions, and while he never stopped working toachieve a significant work of length, it was his instinct for 32-barand shorter pieces that ensured his place in musicalhistory. --John Longenbaugh ... Read more

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A must for the Casual Reader and the Scholar!
Having read every Gershwin book avaliable in a legal deposit library, unfortunately for the American reviewer previously it was one in England, I can honestly say that this is one of the most informative and lively books to cover Gershwin's life and music. There is not as much focus on the music as I would like, but I am amazed at just how much I found out about it, in a book I still view as primarily a biography.

Having met "Gershwin at the keyboard" I started to read about him a few years ago, and this book persuaded me to go on reading and submit an extended essay for my A Level on Gershwin. I am now putting the finishing touch to an undergraduate dissertation on Gershwin and the only book I have felt the need to buy to help me with it is this one.

I recommend it highly for the casual reader and the scholar, and it is to be praised for its objective view, some of the other books can go on quite a boring path of conjecture connected to Gershwin's sexual habits, whilst maintaining an engagement of the reader. For a much more detailed book consider 'Howard Pollack, George Gershwin: His Life and Work, (University of California Press)' and for sources 'Wyatt and Johnson (ed), The George Gershwin Reader, (Oxford University Press, 2004)'

A Broad Overview
Seemed a little odd reading a book about Gershwin by a Brit named Greenberg. There are many on this side of the ocean that knew Gershwin intimately and it is there rather than in this book that you will find an authentic rather than scholarly approach. Anyone can accumulate information and photographs and if skilled at writing assume a role of arbiter.

Gershwin is the natural Jewish American seed of genius--spontaneous genius without the paste and glue of institutional methods and means. Had he lived beyond 39 years perhaps a true symphony would have emerged.

Then Greenberg cannot resist a simple line touching on the prospect of great Gershwin being a homosexual. What was that for? Where is there any indication of it in his hectic star struck life time. Why was it included?
What point did it serve?

There is little need for psychoanalytical applications heaped upon this creative genius. His music speaks the language of the then American heart and soul. He did not caterwaul like Elliot Carter or blast your ears like Reigger, nor create vast intellectual excusions like Sessions who music is terrible. William Schuman could compose for a thousand years and nver approach his teacher Roy Harris' Third Symphony, let alone Gershwin.

So in fact there is alot of intellectual garbage out there oh so rationalized by Boulez et al--who listens to their music? Who listens to late Stravinsky--or the minimalists or the sonorists or the serialists?

Gershwin knew the difference between preprogrammed raucous noise and music from the heart and soul. Serialists are soulless atomatons and are cumulatively not dust between the toes of gershwin creatively--he had the devine spark and we all know it--THEY did not.

Read Levant for some insight and fun about his relationship with George and Ira. There are two other superior biographies around and alot of smaller works by those close to the Gershwins. Get a broad and rounded understanding of this relatively simple man who blazed like a comet through the music world.

The Phaidon label tends toward the intellectualization of music and puts names like Schnittke next to Gershwin--you ever hear of Schnittke? Who has and who listens to his music but that is Phaidon.

Gershwin was not a homosexual, but too many who write about him are--always looking for recruits.

Don't get too intellectual with Gershwin, he is better than them--he is of the people and for the people and he sings to them as no Minimalist, serilaist or sonorist ever could or can.

Read an American author closer to home in time and space. You'll be better off.

A fair and honest book about a musical genius
This was a fascinating look into the development of one of the outstanding musical forces of the 20th century.It traces Gershwin's incredible rise from Brooklyn streets, through Tin Pan Alley, to Broadway, concert halls, and Hollywood.It looks into the many influences to his music, and his aspirations for higher forms. Greenberg introduces us to a man with a huge ego, an insatiable love of music, and an extraordinary gift - a lovable character, around whose piano you would love to stand for even just one song.
The authorgives us a sense of the tragedy in Gershwin's life that was deeply touching without being melodramatic. After reading this book you'll listen to Gershwin's music with a much enriched appreciation and understanding. ... Read more