Gershwin, Bernstein: Rhapsody in Blue, West Side Story, Symphonic Dances (SECOND-HAND VINYL- LP)

SECOND-HAND VINYL-LP
Released in 1983 by Deutsche Grammophon (2532 082), this recording is a cornerstone of American orchestral music, featuring Leonard Bernstein in a dual role as both conductor and piano soloist for Rhapsody in Blue. Digitally recorded live in San Francisco and Los Angeles in 1982, the album captures Bernstein’s signature electric energy and jazz-influenced swing, often regarded as the most authentic interpretation of these works. The collection is musically seamless, pairing Gershwin's classic with Bernstein’s own rhythmically intense Symphonic Dances from West Side Story, making it a highly sought-after audiophile-grade showcase of the unique collaboration between the Los Angeles Philharmonic and Bernstein.