Gershwin's "Summertime"

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Gershwin'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

re: Gershwin's 'Summertime'

Posted: 7/3/06 at 10:38pm

I 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.

re: Gershwin's 'Summertime'

Posted: 7/3/06 at 10:42pm

I think you need to listen to this. Seriously.

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Posted: 7/3/06 at 10:43pm

Am 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.

re: 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

re: Gershwin's 'Summertime'

Posted: 7/3/06 at 11:24pm

The definitive version is from the wretched film. The orchestration and vocal are perfect for the song.

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