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Gershwin Complete Keyboard Works - Seven Major Compositions. (Seven Major Compositions in One Volume). By George Gershwin (1898-1937). For piano (solo and duet). Artist/Personality; Masterworks; Piano - Intermediate / Advanced Collection. Alfred's Classic Editions. Standards and 20th Century. Advanced. Piano songbook. Introductory text. 272 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing (AP.AF9668).
ISBN 1576237435. With introductory text. Standards and 20th Century. 9x12 inches.
Edited by Alicia Zizzo. A definitive edition of all of the Gershwin preludes. Also contains three extremely rare composition. Titles are: Prelude I * Prelude (Melody No. 17) * Prelude (Rubato) * Prelude II (Blue Lullaby) * Prelude (Novelette in Fourths) * Prelude II (Spanish Prelude) * Prelude (Used as 3rd movement of 'Concerto in F' * Prelude (Sleepless Nights.) This edition of Gershwin concert works does not include his 18 song transcriptions from 1932.
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April 18, 2011
not the actual concerto
I thought that this collection is generally excellent with lots of good pieces in it. My main criticism is that the concerto is arranged for solo piano rather than having a solo part and orchestral part, despite the fact that other pieces in the collection are for 2 pianos
7 of 15 people found this review helpful.
A. Folkening
Location: from Lynchburg, VA
Difficulty Level:
Advanced
February 28, 2007
GREAT COLLECTION
If you are looking for an easy way to get your hands on a complete collection of Gershwin's major works, this is it. The arrangements are merciless, but worth the battle. Some of the selections are written for solo piano, others for multiple performers. This book could keep an enthusiastic...
8 of 18 people found this review helpful.
Ashley
Location: from Jacksonville, FL
Difficulty Level:
Advanced
October 4, 2003
Excellent a Work of Art.
There is nothing more to say, then this is truly amazing. I may be only 15, but I know quality sheet music, and this is quality sheet music. Although this book is exceedingly difficult, it is apparent that these are the closest, if not the original transcriptions of some Gershwin's...
10 of 17 people found this review helpful.
Nicholas
Location: from Knightstown, IN
August 2, 2003
Gershwin KB magic...but a lot to swallow
Although I purchased this book and enjoy using it, I only find myself playing the preludes...I don't look at Rhapsody in Blue or I've Got Rhythm for Two Pianos If you're looking for the rare preludes that you can rarely find, get this book, but in my opinion, you would...
8 of 17 people found this review helpful.