Michael Feinstein: Memories Of The Gershwins

Soundcheck | Nov 12, 2012

Michael Feinstein found his dream job as a young man, working for the great songwriter Ira Gershwin. The singer and historian recounts this experience in his new book, The Gershwins And Me: A Personal History in Twelve Songs. Feinstein talks about the staying power of the songwriting brothers, and the incredible influence the duo had on his own career as a champion of the Great American Songbook.

 

 

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