Rhapsody in Blue - George Gershwin - New York City

Rhapsody in Blue is a musical composition by George Gershwin for solo piano and jazz band written in 1924, which combines elements of classical music with jazz-influenced effects. Although Gershwin himself spoke of the rhapsody as "a musical kaleidoscope of America", Rhapsody in Blue has often been interpreted as a musical portrait of New York City. This video montage of Manhattan was edited by Gilda Tabarez from various wallpapers, stock footage courtesy of Shutterstock (used with permission) and images found on Wikimedia Commons. Panoramic photo of NYC photographed by Jnn13, stitched by LiveChocolate. Music performed by the Columbia Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Leonard Bernstein.

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[GERSHWINGAL7]

Gilda....I sent it today to all my close friends,,even my boss...I am a professional pianist at a 4 star hotel in NY( 32 years ..same gig). I have been promoting the video with the passion of an "evangelical"...LOL . I am not easily impressed..but seeing this brought all the years of being in love with the Gershwin songbook to the surface. I am thrilled hearing back from you. Thank you again for this modern masterpiece. What a shame today's kids are not aware of truly great music and art!

[Gilda Tabarez]

I'm thrilled to hear from a true connoisseur of music, and of Gershwin in particular. I'm honored and very pleased that you have given your stamp of approval on my video. I hope that my YouTube channel will introduce today's kids to some of the great music and art of the past. Thank you again for all your help!

[GERSHWINGAL7]

Gilda.....I am a Gershwin fanatic (notice my screen name here). This video is the most spectacular video on U Tube, hands down! You are a gifted artist to produce such a masterpiece! A thousand thank you's to you! You should enter this in a world class competion, for sure! I had tears in my eyes watching it! I immediately sent this link to everyone I know on line........and am also putting it on my Facebook page...as I sincerely think everyone should see this work of art!

[Gilda Tabarez]

Thanks a million for one of the nicest comments I've ever received! I am thoroughly delighted that you enjoyed the video, and deeply grateful that you are helping to promote it. Gershwin's music captures the indomitable spirit and vitality of America, which is both uplifting and nostalgic, especially during these dark times.

[buffedtrainer1]

First and foremost, this is by far, without reservation THE BEST VIDEO ON YOUTUBE!!! Secondly, I'm assuming Gilda Tabarez did the videography...you couldn't have captured Gershwin's feeling of Manhattan any better. You are a GENIUS. I have always loved this piece, and wondered why no one has ever done what you have with this video. this is superb and outstanding. I will promote this video and help get it to one million views. This should be seen on PBS. thank you so much for your effort!

[Gilda Tabarez]

Thank you so much for your wonderful compliments and support!! I'm thrilled that you enjoyed this video which I edited, using stock footage and stills from Shutterstock, Wikimedia, various wallpapers and the public domain.

[Kemster79]

Lovely

[rB777ftw]

Like if The Great Gatsby brought you here!

[Melvin Stober]

Gershwin is a genius -- he will be remembered right along with Bach, Beethoven, Mendelssohn, Tchaikovsky, and other great composers.

[Zoja Petkova]

BRAVO!

[trechan]

Song was in new Great Gatsby Movie, brace yourselves!

[MULTIMEDIAPECETTO]

Meraviglioso montaggio video. La musica... beh è GERSWHIN. Grazie!!!!!!

[Mason Mascara]

On the contrary, I am one of the few kids who actually enjoy this king of music. My band actually got done playing this piece.

[Arthur Sloan]

An astoundingly beautiful paean to my beloved city. This presentation by Gilda Tabarez is undoubtedly without peer.  Gershwin's incomparable rhapsody and New York City...what more is there? Thank you, Ms. Tabarez.

[Dre4minHD]

I just wanted to say , yes this song is epic =) and one amazing videography BUT classical music isn't the only epic music in this world , sorry for my strange enligsh but i'm not english and only have 14 years ;) again Good job for this video