Description

George Gershwin and his elder brother Ira collaborated on the music for over twelve Broadway productions and four films. This collection revisits some of their most beloved songs, which have resonated with singers, musicians, and audiences alike. The early advanced arrangements by Melody Bober beautifully capture their memorable melodies, vibrant rhythms, and witty lyrics. These piano solos are ideal for lessons, recitals, or social events, featuring titles such as "Embraceable You," "Fascinating Rhythm," "I Got Rhythm," "I've Got a Crush on You," "Let's Call the Whole Thing Off," "Love Is Here to Stay," "The Man I Love," "Nice Work If You Can Get It," "Someone to Watch Over Me," and "Summertime," along with "They Can't Take That Away from Me."

Songs / Content

• Let's Call the Whole Thing Off (from "Shall We Dance")George Gershwin (composer); Ira Gershwin (lyricist)
• Love Is Here to Stay (from "Goldwyn Follies")George Gershwin (composer); Ira Gershwin (lyricist)
• Nice Work If You Can Get It (from "Damsel in Distress")George Gershwin (composer); Ira Gershwin (lyricist)
• Summertime (from "Porgy and Bess")George Gershwin (composer); Ira Gershwin (lyricist); Dubose Heyward (composer); Dorothy Heyward (composer)
• They Can't Take That Away from Me (from "Shall We Dance")George Gershwin (composer); Ira Gershwin (lyricist)
• Embraceable You (from "Girl Crazy")George Gershwin (composer); Ira Gershwin (lyricist)
• I Got RhythmGeorge Gershwin (composer); Ira Gershwin (lyricist)
• I've Got a Crush on You (from "Strike Up the Band!")George Gershwin (composer); Ira Gershwin (lyricist)
• Fascinating RhythmGeorge Gershwin (composer); Ira Gershwin (lyricist)
• The Man I Love (from "Strike Up the Band")George Gershwin (composer); Ira Gershwin (lyricist)
• Someone to Watch Over Me (from "Oh, Kay!")George Gershwin (composer); Ira Gershwin (lyricist)