"Rhapsody in Blue: A Century of Musical Mastery"
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The Library of Congress celebrated the 100th anniversary of George Gershwin's "Rhapsody in Blue" with a sold-out concert featuring the U.S. Air Force Band and pianist Simone Dinnerstein. The piece, which blends jazz and classical music, debuted in 1924 and has since become a cultural icon. The Library of Congress showcased the piece with an exhibit featuring materials from the past century, including handwritten lyric sheets and photographs from the George and Ira Gershwin collection.
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