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Porgy And Bess: A Racial Paradox, Carolyn Deemer
Porgy And Bess: A Racial Paradox, Carolyn Deemer
B.A. in Music Senior Capstone Projects
This project examines the racial implications of George Gershwin‟s folk opera Porgy and Bess. This study specifically addresses the question: Did Porgy and Bess have a positive or negative impact on race relations between the African-American and white communities? To answer that question, this I have examined the perceptions that various groups expressed upon viewing the opera. In my research, I have studied the responses from black and white society in the United States, as well as the intentions of Gershwin himself. I discuss these responses in terms of the opera‟s immediate reception, through primary source documents, newspaper articles, and …
Fascinating Rhythms: Celebrating The Music Of George Gershwin, Beth Cram Porter
Fascinating Rhythms: Celebrating The Music Of George Gershwin, Beth Cram Porter
Music and Worship Faculty Performances
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