George Gershwin (September 26, 1898 -- July 11, 1937) was an American composer and pianist.Gershwin's compositions spanned both popular and classical genres, and his most popular melodies are widely known. Among his best known works are the orchestral compositions Rhapsody in Blue (1924) and An American in Paris (1928), as well as the opera, Porgy and Bess (1935).Gershwin died intestate. All his property passed to his mother. In 2005, The Guardian determined using "estimates of earnings accrued in a composer's lifetime" that George Gershwin was the wealthiest composer of all time.
Rhapsody In Blue:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wePM0aITzYc
American In Paris:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z_jpV-dOGJ8&feature=related
Porgy and Bess:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qbh1BrDE2ac&feature=related
Porgy and Bess: The Movie - 5 Parts
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UVS3XEXOFGU&feature=related
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