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Gershwins OTHER Rhapsody (with score)
Gershwin s magnum opus is widely regarded as his first foray into orchestraljazz writing, the Rhapsody in Blue of 1924. But several years later, Gershwin penned a much lesserknown work, the Second Rhapsody for Orchestra with Piano, written in 1931. With somewhat of a checkered history, it s not often played, but it s a standout piece revealing a more mature Gershwin writing in a more sophisticated form. This video comments on the Second Rhapsody and presents an audio restoration of a rare rehearsal recording that Gershwin made of the piece. Special thanks to the Zynaptiq crew for the superb audio restoration tools used to enhance this recording. A highly recommended modern performance of the piece is Wayne Marshall with the WDR Funkhausorchester:
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