The Glory of Gershwin
Larry Adler · 1994
78 min · 18 tracks · jazz
Adler's harmonica weaves through Gershwin's timeless melodies, breathing new life into classic jazz standards with emotional depth.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- for evening relaxation
- intimate moments of nostalgia
- harmonica weaving through classics
- two-halves for reflective listening
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced experiences
- seek modern production styles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1994, 'The Glory of Gershwin' was a pivotal moment for Larry Adler, marking his return to the spotlight after a long hiatus. By this time, Adler was already an established musician known for his unique harmonica style and had previously experienced considerable acclaim in the mid-20th century. This album allowed him to reintroduce himself to a new generation while showcasing his deep appreciation for Gershwin's work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sun Ra· Charles Mingus· Miles Davis
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Summertime 3:50
- 2 Do What You Do 3:35
- 3 Nice Work If You Can Get It 3:02
- 4 They Can't Take That Away From Me 3:16
- 5 Someone to Watch Over Me / Love Is Here to Stay 6:41
- 6 I've Got a Crush on You 3:36
- 7 But Not for Me 5:04
- 8 It Ain't Necessarily So 4:12
- 9 The Man I Love 3:19
- 10 How Long Has This Been Going On 5:07
- 11 Embraceable You 3:54
- 12 Bidin' My Time 3:31
- 13 My Man's Gone Now 3:37
- 14 I Got Rhythm 3:54
- 15 Somebody Loves Me 4:14
- 16 I'll Build a Stairway to Paradise 4:32
- 17 Summertime 4:00
- 18 Rhapsody in Blue 8:28
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