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The KPAC Blog features classical music news, reviews, and analysis from South Texas and around the world.

'Rhapsody in Blue' turns 100

Composer George Gershwin, pictured in July 1937.
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George Gershwin

A century ago, George Gershwin wrote “Rhapsody in Blue.” The renowned composition blended jazz and classical music and almost didn’t get written.
WPLN contributor Colleen Phelps has this appreciation.


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