Gershwin’s OTHER Rhapsody? (with score)

-- Gershwin’s magnum opus is widely regarded as his first foray into orchestral-jazz writing, the Rhapsody in Blue of 1924. But several years later, Gershwin penned a much lesser-known work, the Second Rhapsody for Orchestra with Piano, written in 1931. With somewhat of a checkered history, it’s not often played, but it’s a standout piece revealing a more mature Gershwin writing in a more sophisticated form. This video comments on the Second Rhapsody and presents an audio restoration of a rare rehearsal recording that Gershwin made of the piece. Special thanks to the Zynaptiq crew () for the superb audio restoration tools used to enhance this recording. A highly recommended modern performance of the piece is Wayne Marshall with the WDR Funkhausorchester: