There are times when I get to bring new books and /or authors to you. This is because I signed up with 4-Wills Publishing. I’ve taken advantage of their tour service before, and I’ve hosted for them too. This time we have something different, because it’s about jazz. Author Richie Gerber is here to tell us about it.
HAPPY 117TH BIRTHDAY, GEORGE GERSHWIN
Let ’Em Eat Cake (1933)
“What is the voice of the American soul? It is jazz . . .”
—George Gershwin
George—close your eyes and make a wish! Now BLOW!—Happy Birthday to you. Happy Birthday, dear George. Happy Birthday to you.
On September 26, 1898—117 years ago—the musical phenomenon George Gershwin landed in the East New York section of Brooklyn in nothing but his birthday suit. Gershwin’s name conjures up his well-deserved towering stature as composer and pianist, but let’s explore a smattering of lesser known facets…
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Ah Gershwin! Wonderful composer. Loved watching Fred Astaire dance to his music.
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Really enjoyed the article. In spite of my passion for hte Twenties, I’ve never look into Gershwin (well, so far) and it was nice reading this.
Thanks for sharing 🙂
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You’re welcome. I only remember Gershwin from my school band days. So it’s a vague memory at best.
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