“Jazz I regard as an American folk music; not the only one, but a very powerful one which is probably in the blood and feeling of the American people more than any other style of folk music.”
Quote by George Gershwin
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George Gershwin
George Gershwin was an American composer known for his unique musical style and his integration of jazz into classical music. His works, including 'Rhapsody in Blue' and 'Porgy and Bess,' have had a profound impact on 20th-century music. more
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