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Articles related to "George Gershwin"
George Gershwin and Oscar Levant George Gershwin and Oscar Levant, both young, brilliant composers and pianists, formed a relationship that promoted their popular and classical musical careers. american composer george gershwin • george gershwin rhapsody in blue • george gershwin classical music • george gershwin broadway musicals • george gershwin oscar levant friendship
American Composer Series #4 - George Gershwin (part 1) Part 1 of 2 about one of America's best-known composers and songwriters, George Gershwin. gershwin • swanee • jolson • ira • new york
American Composer Series #4- George Gershwin (part 2) Part 2 of the article which chronicles the life of George Gershwin, one of America's greatest composers. gershwin • porgy • bess • theatre • rhythm
An American Master An American Master - George Gershwin Gershwin Centennial Celebration george gershwin gershwin centennial celebration
George Gershwin Born into the musical melting pot of New York, George Gershwin excelled in nearly every area of music popular in the early twentieth century: from pop songs to concertos. george gershwin • ira gershwin • american composers • early american classical music • american musical theater
See America First - The Black South, Part 2 To truly understand <i>Porgy & Bess</i>, we need to look at what the secondary characters have to say about morality, motherhood, and manliness. opera • porgy & bess • george gershwin • treemonisha • scott joplin
Someone to Watch Over George This tale combines a possible past life of the author with his love of the music of George and Ira Gershwin. It is a different kind of love story engraved I hope without too much flourish and sentiment on valentines possibly past, thankfully present and hopefully future. gershwin • george gershwin • ira gershwin • reincarnation • past life
Antonin Dvorak in America Czech composer Anton Dvorak spent several years in New York City in the 1890s, but he was always homesick and longed for the fields and forests of Bohemia. antonin dvorak • national conservatory of music • czech composer • dvorak in new york • jeannette thurber
The Astaires in London Noel Coward predicted that fame and fortune awaited the Astaires in London, and he was right. Fred and Adele charmed the British nation completely in the 1920s. fred astaire • adele astaire • noel coward • sir alfred butt • stop flirting
Ella Fitzgerald 'The First Lady of Song,' Ella Fitzgerald is known for her sweet jazz and sultry ballads, peerless vocal technique and wide vocal range. ella fitzgerald • first lady of song • american jazz singer • ella fitzgerald grammy awards • ella fitzgerald musical education
Celebrate with April in Paris Enjoy an April in Paris celebration right in your own home with these party tips. party ideas • celebrating april in paris • entertaining • french party ideas
Fall Season Is Finally Underway A review of four new fall shows; dates of new premieres and season debuts; baseball playoffs; this week in tv history; viewing picks. tv • television • premieres • pilots • sitcoms
More Composer Birthdays Ever wonder how old your favorite composer was turning this year? Find out with this fast list of major Classical composers. composer birthdays • milestone birthdays • classical composers • ages of composers • list of composers
Alone: Ballads for Solo Piano Classical pianist Andre Previn returns to his love of jazz piano with the release of his latest album "Alone: Ballads for Solo Piano." alone: ballads for solo piano • andre previn • classical piano performers • andre previn jazz albums • andre's blues
Porgy and Bess You've all heard the jazz classic "Summertime." But where did this tune come from? The answer is an opera. george gerswhin • porgy and bess • folk opera • summertime • african-americans in opera
Folklore From the Carolinas Wherever a road leads in one of the Carolinas, one will find unusual and entertaining folklore, perhaps even a Hag or Haint. In fact, on any foggy night in North Carolina's Outer Banks, at Nags Head, one can see Blackbeard as he heads toward the nearest pub... folktale • south • south • hag • haint
Intro to the 20th-Century From the mathematical Boulez to the playful Satie to the nationalist Sibelius to the jazz-influenced Gershwin to the minimalist Reich, the 20th-century offers diversity. 20th-century composers • compilation album • classical music • introduction listening • itunes album
Music Libraries on the Internet I suppose at first glance, I might be tempted to run in the other direction at the sight of this week's title, because usually when I think of libraries, I think "BO-RING. programs • libraries on the internet • musicians • music teachers • kids
Review of Alex Ross' New Book Alex Ross sweeps through 100 years of music, history and culture, offering a solid foundation in music of the last millennium, but failing to support his theories. alex ross • the rest is noise • 20th century music • modern composers • steve reich
The Creation of a New Musical, Part 9a - Preproduction: Music Prep preproduction • music preparation • copyists
Black Musicals: Scenes and Shorts One of the best ways to enjoy the best of African American talent in classic Hollywood is in the musical shorts, which were created to complement the main feature, and easily (unfortunately) excisible scenes from musicals, which, ironically, were many times the best part of the movie. duke ellington • billie holiday • bessie smith • st. louis blues • lena horne
Bravo!! Our very own Hall of Fame! The American Classical Music Hall of Fame and Museum american classical music hall of fame and museum
Planning a Day Trip to Washington, D.C. Washington D.C. is a perfect place to go on a day trip. There is so much to see and do, its hard to know where to start. Let this guide help you out. day trip washington • visit washington dc • nation's capital • plan trip to washington • dc
Retro Bio: Alan Alda: An Unauthorized Biography A review of Bonderoff's book analyzing Alda's life in comparison to his famous father and why Alda appeals to the public. alan alda • alan alda: an unauthorized biography • jason bonderoff • biography • biographies
Tea Party No need to be a Brit blueblood in Victoriana. Host a little <B>tea party</b> to entertain the childhood whims of “dressing up” for a civilized gathering with our best dolls and teddy bears. Only, invite your grown-up human friends instead… tea • party • friends • crumpets • scones
The "Holy City" of Charleston The "Holy City" is the nickname of this American city due to the number of churches of all denominations. They are also used by local residents to help give directions. the holy city of charleston sc • st. mathews lutheran church • the gibbes museum of art • charleston houses • south battery charleston
Pioneering African American Hollywood Actresses: Nina Mae McKinney, Fredi Washington, Lena Horne, and Hazel Scott Nina Mae McKinney, Fredi Washington, Lena Horne, and Hazel Scott were the first glamorous African American actresses in Hollywood. Here's a little information about their careers. african american hollywood actresses • famous african americans • famous black actresses • lena horne • nina mae mckinney
Summertime - and the Plants Are all Crispy Tired of lugging the hose? Is drought "business as usual" in your area? Here are some tips for reducing the need to water. drought • watering plants • sedum • lavender • silver foliage
The Antebellum Experience The era immediately prior to the Civil War is one of America's best-preserved times. Here are some places you might want to visit if you ever get the Old South in your blood. civil war • south • antebellum • plantations • natchez
1998 Theatre Awards - Part III (updated 6/15) Charting the New York theatre's award season, continued. theatre awards
A Gazillion Theatre Links - Pt. 5
What's in Stevie's favorites menu? This week: Amateur Theatre; Shows, Writers, People; and Ticketing. playwright • writing • theatre • theater • playhouse
The Greatest Motion Picture Sequences -- Part 6 This week, one more installment in my series on the greatest motion picture sequences of all time before delving back in to this year's potential Oscar candidates! movie • film • cinema • sequences • scene |
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