Description
Gershwin – Rhapsody in Blue / Piano Concerto / An American in Paris CD
UPC: 028947833550
MPN: 478 3355 DB
Brand Name: Decca / Universal Music Group
Overview
George Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue stands as one of the most celebrated fusions of classical music and jazz. Opening with the unforgettable clarinet glissando, the work became an instant American icon—described by Gershwin himself as a “musical kaleidoscope of America, of our vast melting pot… our metropolitan madness.” This Decca Virtuoso release brings together Rhapsody in Blue, An American in Paris, and the Piano Concerto in F, all performed by André Previn as both pianist and conductor with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra.
Product Features
- Format: Audio CD
- Total Length: 63:42 minutes
- Series: Decca Virtuoso (affordable reissue line)
- Recording: Compilation ©1985; reissue ©2011 Decca Music Group Limited
- Artists: André Previn (piano, conductor)
- Orchestra: Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra
- Genre: Classical, Jazz-Classical Fusion
Interesting Facts
- Rhapsody in Blue premiered in 1924 with Gershwin at the piano, conducted by Paul Whiteman, and instantly reshaped the future of American music.
- An American in Paris (1928) was inspired by Gershwin’s time in Paris, complete with “taxi-horn” effects to recreate the bustle of city life.
- Piano Concerto in F (1925) established Gershwin as a serious classical composer, bridging Broadway vitality with symphonic tradition.
- André Previn (1929–2019) was a rare multi-talent: pianist, conductor, jazz musician, and film composer, admired for his ability to cross genres seamlessly.
Track Listing
- Rhapsody in Blue – 13:51
- An American in Paris – 18:01
- Piano Concerto in F – 31:50
Publishers
- Label: Decca Music Group Limited
- Distributor: Universal Music Group
- Original Compilation: ©1985 Decca Music Group Limited
- Reissue: ©2011 Decca Music Group Limited
- Website: www.deccaclassics.com
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