This work contains five themes, none of which end with a clear cadence, according to David Schiff, whose analysis of this work also asserts that Ravel imitated a section of its "Ritornello" theme in his Piano Concerto in G.
This work contains five themes, none of which end with a clear cadence, according to David Schiff, whose analysis of this work also asserts that Ravel imitated a section of its "Ritornello" theme in his Piano Concerto in G. Its finale opens with a four-bar "leggiero" section, after which the pianist switches hands and a section marked "agitato e misterioso" begins. It was premiered by the Palais Royale Orchestra at the Aeolian Hall under the direction of Paul (*) Whiteman. This composition was orchestrated by Ferde Grofé, though its most famous passage was improvised by Ross Gorman. Opening with a trill followed by a 17-note clarinet glissando, this is, for 10 points, which train-ride-inspired composition by George Gershwin?
This work contains five themes, none of which end with a clear cadence, according to David Schiff, whose analysis of this work also asserts that Ravel imitated a section of its "Ritornello" theme in his Piano Concerto in G.
Rhapsody in Blue