The music of Gershwin
By: Steven E. Gilbert.
Series: Composers of the twentieth century
Publisher: Yale University Press
Published: 1995
Place of publication: New Haven
Language: eng
Number of pages: 255
Subjects: Gershwin, George, 1898-1937 -- Criticism and interpretation; Musical analysis
Description: 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.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.