Gershwin Rhapsody in Blue An American in Paris Wayne Marshall Virgin Classics 2CD

George Gershwin – Rhapsody in Blue / An American in Paris / Piano Concerto / Porgy and Bess

Wayne Marshall & Aalborg Symphony – Virgin Classics Double CD (2002)

A wonderful double CD collection celebrating the music of American composer George Gershwin, performed by acclaimed pianist and conductor Wayne Marshall with the Aalborg Symphony.

Featuring some of Gershwin's most celebrated compositions, blending classical orchestration with jazz-inspired melodies and rhythms.

CD 1 – 66:30

1. Rhapsody in Blue – 14:34

2. Strike Up the Band – 7:12

3. Girl Crazy – 6:03

4. An American in Paris – 19:19

5. I Got Rhythm (Variations for Piano and Orchestra) – 8:32

6. Cuban Overture – 10:44

CD 2 – 72:15

1. Piano Concerto in F Major – 33:02

2. Porgy and Bess: Symphonic Suite – 25:34

3. Second Rhapsody for Orchestra with Piano – 13:29

Album details:

• Composer: George Gershwin (1898–1937)

• Piano and conductor: Wayne Marshall

• Orchestra: Aalborg Symphony

• Record label: Virgin Classics

• Release year: 2002

• Original recording copyright: 1995

• Catalogue number: 7243 5 62056 2 8

• Format: 2 Audio CDs

• Stereo / DDD

Condition: Pre-owned double CD album, complete with both discs and original jewel case. Some light signs of storage and handling to the case. Discs appear in good visual condition but have not been playback tested. Please refer to photographs.

A lovely collection for Gershwin enthusiasts, classical music collectors and anyone who enjoys the meeting of orchestral music and jazz.