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Composer of the WeekGeorge Gershwin (1898-1937)Episodes

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  1. The First Great American Opera

    5/5Donald Macleod focuses on the origins and evolution of Gershwin’s opera Porgy and Bess.(R)

  2. Gershwin in Hollywood

    4/5Donald Macleod tells the story of George Gershwin’s first experience of Hollywood.(R)

  3. An American in Paris

    3/5Donald Macleod explores George Gershwin’s time in Paris in the spring of 1928.(R)

  4. He Rhapsodises Blues

    2/5Donald Macleod explores the years after Gershwin’s huge success with Rhapsody in Blue.(R)

  5. Melting Pot

    1/5Donald Macleod explores the early life of George Gershwin.(R)