Gershwin's "Summertime"
Gershwin's "Summertime"
#0Gershwin's "Summertime"
Posted: 7/3/06 at 10:28pm
Is it just me, or does anyone else get frustrated when they hear an upbeat, jazzed up version of "Summertime" from PORGY AND BESS? I mean, it's a lullaby to a baby and should be sung as such. I am all for artist interpretation, but jeez!
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Updated On: 7/3/06 at 10:28 PM
#1re: Gershwin's 'Summertime'
Posted: 7/3/06 at 10:38pmI generally don't like upbeat versions of songs that are "supposed" to be slow -- but I'm willing to give artists a chance to experiment.
Hi, Shirley Temple Pudding.
#2re: Gershwin's 'Summertime'
Posted: 7/3/06 at 10:42pm
I think you need to listen to this. Seriously.
SueleenGay
Broadway Legend Joined: 6/9/03
#3re: Gershwin's 'Summertime'
Posted: 7/3/06 at 10:43pmAm I the only one who really could go through the rest of my life without ever hearing Summertime again? It is a beautiful song, but I am just over it.
PEACE.
#4re: Gershwin's 'Summertime'
Posted: 7/3/06 at 10:53pm
Here are the liner notes to the Gil Evans/Miles Davis Porgy and Bess.
Liner Notes
JohnBoy2
Broadway Legend Joined: 3/21/06
#5re: Gershwin's 'Summertime'
Posted: 7/3/06 at 11:24pmThe definitive version is from the wretched film. The orchestration and vocal are perfect for the song.
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