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#468 Gershwin's "Rhapsody in Blue": A Jazz-Age Drama

The Bowery Boys: New York City History

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The Birth of Rhapsody in Blue

This chapter examines Gershwin's challenges and inspirations in composing 'Rhapsody in Blue,' amidst the competitive dynamics of the jazz scene. It highlights his motivations and the cultural context surrounding the pivotal concert at Aeolian Hall that spurred this iconic work.

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