George Gershwin was an illustrious American pianist and composer. The melodies created by this eminent artist are widely popular and his compositions included both classical and popular genres. Some of his famous works include, an opera ‘Porgy and Bess’, orchestral compositions ‘An American In Paris’ and ‘Rhapsody in Blue’. He is considered as one of the most popular and significant composers for ‘Broadway Musicals’. His thoughts and writings were classical pieces that connected him to his audiences. He also wrote compositions for both television and films. His songs and compositions have been performed by many celebrated musicians and singers and his works have been adapted for use in many television series and movies. Here is a collection of famous quotable quotes and sayings by George Gershwin which have been excerpted from his works, thoughts, writings, songs, lyrics, compositions and life. Zoom through the quotes and thoughts by George Gershwin.
I didn't even start playing the piano until I was about 13 or 14. I guess I must have had a little talent or whatever-you-call-it, but I practised regularly, and that's what counts.
George Gershwin
When I'm in my normal mood, music drips from my fingers.
I want to say at once that I frankly believe that Irving Berlin is the greatest songwriter that has ever lived.... His songs are exquisite cameos of perfection, and each one of them is as beautiful as its neighbor. Irving Berlin remains, I think, America's Schubert.
Upper berth, lower berth, that's the difference between talent and genius.
George Gershwin
All these tales of people sitting down and composing symphonies just as though they were writing a letter are very much exaggerated; at least, it isn't that way in my work.
George Gershwin
Life is a lot like jazz… it’s best when you improvise.
