It was one of the first jazz compositions to be performed as an orchestral classical work. The original scoring was for dance band; it was performed by Paul Whiteman's orchestra. The piece was later rescored for symphony orchestra.
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Who is The composer of "Rhapsody in Blue" George Gershwin
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The clarinet soloist begins the piece and plays throughout the entire piece. Rhapsody in Blue is most often asked to play for professional orchestra auditions.
In 1924, American composer George Gershwin composed "Rhapsody in Blue" for solo piano and jazz band. The song was commissioned by bandleader Paul Whiteman.