Dive into the timeless elegance of George Gershwin's "Great Scenes from Gershwin's Porgy And Bess," a captivating journey through the iconic ragtime compositions that have stood the test of time. Released on March 9, 1999, under the High Performance label, this album is a masterful collection of 14 tracks, each a gem from the beloved opera "Porgy and Bess." With a total runtime of 47 minutes, the album offers a concise yet comprehensive exploration of Gershwin's genius.
From the hauntingly beautiful "Summertime" to the playful and witty "It Ain't Necessarily So," each track is a testament to Gershwin's ability to blend complex emotions with infectious melodies. The album features a range of moods and themes, from the tender and romantic "Bess, You Is My Woman" to the poignant and reflective "Oh, Lawd, I'm On My Way." Whether you're a longtime fan of Gershwin's work or a newcomer to his music, this album is a delightful introduction to the rich tapestry of sounds and stories that define "Porgy and Bess."
(P) 1999, BMG Music
Tracks
Porgy and Bess: Introduction; SummertimeGeorge Gershwin, Leontyne Price, Alonzo Jones, RCA Victor Orchestra, RCA Victor Chorus, Skitch Henderson
Porgy and Bess: A Woman Is a Sometime ThingGeorge Gershwin, Leontyne Price, William Warfield, McHenry Boatwright, John W. Bubbles, Barbara Webb, Maeretha Stewart, Miriam Burton, Robert Henson, Alonzo Jones, RCA Victor Orchestra, RCA Victor Chorus, Skitch Henderson, Bernice Hall
Porgy and Bess: Gone, Gone, GoneGeorge Gershwin, Leontyne Price, William Warfield, McHenry Boatwright, John W. Bubbles, Barbara Webb, Maeretha Stewart, Miriam Burton, Robert Henson, Alonzo Jones, RCA Victor Orchestra, RCA Victor Chorus, Skitch Henderson, Bernice Hall
Porgy and Bess: My Man's Gone NowGeorge Gershwin, Leontyne Price, William Warfield, John W. Bubbles, Barbara Webb, Maeretha Stewart, Miriam Burton, Robert Henson, Alonzo Jones, RCA Victor Orchestra, RCA Victor Chorus, Skitch Henderson, Bernice Hall
Porgy and Bess: I Got Plenty o' Nuttin'George Gershwin, Leontyne Price, William Warfield, McHenry Boatwright, John W. Bubbles, Barbara Webb, Maeretha Stewart, Miriam Burton, Robert Henson, Alonzo Jones, RCA Victor Orchestra, RCA Victor Chorus, Skitch Henderson, Bernice Hall
Porgy and Bess: Bess, You Is My Woman (From "Porgy and Bess")George Gershwin, Leontyne Price, William Warfield, RCA Victor Orchestra, Skitch Henderson, RCA Victor Chorus
Porgy and Bess: It Ain't Necessarily SoGeorge Gershwin, Leontyne Price, William Warfield, McHenry Boatwright, John W. Bubbles, Barbara Webb, Maeretha Stewart, Miriam Burton, Robert Henson, Alonzo Jones, RCA Victor Orchestra, RCA Victor Chorus, Skitch Henderson, Bernice Hall
Porgy and Bess: What You Want wid Bess?George Gershwin, Leontyne Price, McHenry Boatwright, Barbara Webb, Miriam Burton, RCA Victor Orchestra, Skitch Henderson, RCA Victor Chorus
Porgy and Bess: I Loves You, PorgyGeorge Gershwin, Leontyne Price, William Warfield, RCA Victor Orchestra, Skitch Henderson
Porgy and Bess: There's a Boat Dat's Leaving Soon for New YorkGeorge Gershwin, John W. Bubbles, RCA Victor Orchestra, Skitch Henderson, Leontyne Price, McHenry Boatwright
Porgy and Bess: Oh Bess, Oh Where's My BessGeorge Gershwin, Leontyne Price, William Warfield, McHenry Boatwright, John W. Bubbles, Barbara Webb, Maeretha Stewart, Miriam Burton, Robert Henson, Alonzo Jones, RCA Victor Orchestra, RCA Victor Chorus, Skitch Henderson, Bernice Hall
Porgy and Bess: Oh, Lawd, I'm On My WayGeorge Gershwin, Leontyne Price, William Warfield, McHenry Boatwright, John W. Bubbles, Barbara Webb, Maeretha Stewart, Miriam Burton, Robert Henson, Alonzo Jones, RCA Victor Orchestra, RCA Victor Chorus, Skitch Henderson, Bernice Hall
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