- George Gershwin, original name Jacob Gershvin

- one of the most significant and popular American composers

of all time. He wrote primarily for the Broadway and Musical
Theatre
- He began his musical education at age 11
- In 1916 he composed his first published song, “When You
Want ’Em You Can’t Get ’Em (When You’ve Got ’Em You Don’t
Want ’Em)”

*Notable Work*

- Porgy & Bess 1935 {Summertime, My man’s gone now}

- An American in Paris (Orchestra Piece)
- Rhapsody in Blue
- Oh Kay! 1926 {Someone to Watch Over Me}
- Lady Be Good 1924