Michael Feinstein: Memories Of The Gershwins
The 'Ambassador of the Great American Songbook' on the legendary songwriting brothers.
Monday, November 12, 2012
Michael Feinstein with Ira Gershwin
(Michael Feinstein)
Michael Feinstein found his dream job as a young man, working for the great songwriter Ira Gershwin. The singer and historian recounts this experience in his new book, The Gershwins And Me: A Personal History in Twelve Songs. Feinstein talks about the staying power of the songwriting brothers, and the incredible influence the duo had on his own career as a champion of the Great American Songbook.
- Michael Feinstein's website
- "The Gershwins and Me: A Personal History in Twelve Songs" on Amazon
- Michael Feinstein performs “A Gershwin Holiday” at Loews Regency, Nov. 27 – Dec. 22
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