vocal gullah version strings

books:

5 reviews
Dubose Heyward, Dorothy Heyward, ...

Aladdin, 2002

hauntingly evocative of summertime in the south
I have always loved the song "Summertime," which my mother used to sing to my family when I was growing up. This book adds new layers of meaning to the song, with gorgeous illustrations depicting an African-American family living in the South. This is currently one of my thirteen-month-old daughter's top three favorite books, although it is not intended for her age group. She responds ...

Porgy and Bess: Vocal Score

3 reviews
George Gershwin, Ira Gershwin, ...

Alfred Publishing Company, 1999

Excellent musical score
These are really fun songs to play. I especially enjoy playing Summertime. While the songs are a challenge to learn, they're worth the effort.

Porgy: A Gullah Version
DuBose Heyward, Dorothy Heyward

Gibbs Smith, Publisher, 1990

Porgy and Bess for Strings

Alfred Publishing, 2001

This collection, arranged for string quartet or string orchestra, is written for educational or professional use, or just to have fun playing selections from the classic Gershwin® work. It's great for concerts, recitals, receptions, parties, and other special occasions. Titles are: Summertime * It Ain't Necessarily So * Bess, You Is My Woman * I Got Plenty of Nuttin' * A Woman Is a Sometime Thing * There's a Boat Dat's Leavin' Soon for New ...