Gershwin
Definition
- Proper noun:
- A surname of notable American composers and lyricists: Specifically refers to George Gershwin (1898-1937), a composer known for blending jazz with classical music and writing for musical theater, and Ira Gershwin (1896-1983), a lyricist who often worked with his brother George.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The concert featured the works of Gershwin. (This refers to music composed by George Gershwin, and possibly lyrics by Ira Gershwin.)
- She is studying the collaboration between the Gershwin brothers. (This refers to the creative partnership of George and Ira Gershwin.)
Advanced Usage
- "Gershwinesque" (adj): Describing something reminiscent of the style of George Gershwin's music, particularly its fusion of jazz and classical elements.
- The pianist's original composition had a distinctly Gershwinesque flair.
Variants and Related Words
- Gershwin, George: The composer (1898-1937).
- Gershwin, Ira: The lyricist (1896-1983).
- Gershwins, The: A collective term for the brothers George and Ira Gershwin.
Synonyms
- Composer (for George): tune-smith, song-writer.
- Lyricist (for Ira): wordsmith, librettist.
Related Phrases
- "By Gershwin": A phrase used to credit George Gershwin as the composer of a piece of music.
- The orchestra performed "Rhapsody in Blue" by Gershwin.
- "Gershwin and...": A common construction highlighting collaboration, often followed by the name of a lyricist (e.g., "Gershwin and Sondheim" in a comparative context) or referring to "Gershwin and Gershwin" for the brothers' work.
- The songbook featured classics by Gershwin and Kern.
Noun
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United States composer who incorporated jazz into classical forms and composed scores for musical comedies (1898-1937)
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United States lyricist who frequently collaborated with his brother George Gershwin (1896-1983)
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