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Which American composer wrote 'Rhapsody in Blue'?
Answer
George Gershwin
George Gershwin composed 'Rhapsody in Blue' in 1924, creating one of the most iconic pieces of American classical music. The composition blends classical forms with jazz idioms, featuring the famous clarinet glissando opening and syncopated rhythms that evoke the energy of 1920s America. 'Rhapsody in Blue' has been featured in countless films, commercials, and concerts, becoming a symbol of American musical creativity.
💡 Did you know?
'Rhapsody in Blue' was written in just three weeks and premiered at Aeolian Hall in New York City in February 1924.
Other options people guess
- Aaron Copland
- Leonard Bernstein
- John Philip Sousa
Topics
- classical
- George Gershwin
- 1920s
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