Rhapsody in Blue is one of George Gershwin's most iconic compositions, for orchestra and piano solo, blending classical music with jazz influences. It premiered on February 12, 1924, in Aeolian Hall, New York City, with Gershwin himself at the piano. The piece was commissioned by bandleader Paul Whiteman and orchestrated by Ferde Grofé, evolving through multiple versions over the years.
George Gershwin (1898–1937) was an American composer and pianist known for blending classical music with jazz and popular styles.
There have been many types of arrangements of the very popular Rhapsody in Blue including for piano with accordion orchestra.
This arrangement by Anthony Galla-Rini is for accordion ensemble, accordions 1-4 with bass accordion or left hand standard bass accordion option.
