1898-1937, American composer and big band leader
His scores to Musicals, including Lady, Be Good! 1924 and Of Thee I Sing - 1931, made him famous. In his extended compositions, e.g., Rhapsody in Blue 1923 and An American in Paris - 1928, he blended traditional with folk and Jazz elements. Gershwin wrote the music for the folk opera Porgy and Bess 1935. His brother, Ira Gershwin, 1896-1983, wrote lyrics to many of his compositions.
Compostitions include:
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Source:
http://www.hnh.com/composer/gershwin.htm
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