Porgy and Bess (Medley): Full Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts

The music from this timeless masterwork has fascinated generation after generation. Oddly enough, at its premiere, the critics presented mixed reaction; some calling it the pioneering work of a new folk-opera genre, and others condemning it as merely a succession of hit songs. Fortunately, time, has assured its place in history. John Whitney has skillfully crafted a wonderful scoring of IT AIN'T NECESSARILY SO, SUMMERTIME, I GOT PLENTY O' NUTTIN', BESS, YOU IS MY WOMAN, and THERE'S A BOAT DAT'S LEAVIN' SOON FOR NEW YORK. Gershwin at his best! (9:38)