Description
George Gershwin’s Porgy and Bess • Rhapsody in Blue
UPC: K119
Product Details:
- Label: Complete Audio Range Records – The Grand Prix Series
- Format: LP, Compilation
- Country: USA
- Genre: Classical / Jazz
Product Features
- Two landmark Gershwin works: Porgy and Bess (Suite) and Rhapsody in Blue
- Performed by the Bravo Pops Symphony Orchestra under John Senati
- Part of the “Grand Prix Series” complete audio range for audiophiles
- Rich orchestration blending jazz rhythms with classical form
- Ideal for both classical collectors and Gershwin enthusiasts
Overview
George Gershwin’s Porgy and Bess Suite and Rhapsody in Blue stand as cornerstones of American music, marrying jazz idioms with symphonic depth. This Grand Prix Series LP features John Senati conducting the Bravo Pops Symphony Orchestra in interpretations that balance energetic drive and lush lyricism. From the evocative melodies of Porgy and Bess—Gershwin’s “folk opera” drawn from the African-American life in Charleston—to the instantly recognizable clarinet glissando that opens Rhapsody in Blue, this recording offers a compelling journey through Gershwin’s unique sound world. Audiophile-grade pressing ensures every nuance of the orchestra’s dynamic range is faithfully reproduced for a thrilling listening experience.
Track Listing
Side A
- Porgy and Bess Suite – [timing not provided]
Side B
- Rhapsody in Blue – [timing not provided]
Key Credits
- Composer: George Gershwin
- Conductor: John Senati
- Orchestra: Bravo Pops Symphony Orchestra
- Series Producer: Complete Audio Range Records
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