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193213474New York: Random House 1932. First edition. Full Leather. Fine. Small folio. 167 pp. One of only 300 special copies SIGNED by Gershwin and the illustrator Alajalov. Handsomely rebound in full leather with gilt art deco design elements. This copy includes the rare separate booklet of music for Mischa Yascha Toscha Sascha contained in a special pocket at rear of book. A beautiful example of this 20th century music rarity. Random House unknown books
019591Framed Photograph. A beautiful presentation in perfect condition not examined out of the frame. Wonderful 8" x 10" black-and-white photograph showing Gershwin partly in shadow and seated playing the piano elaborately matted and framed to an overall size of 20" x 17-1/2" SIGNED by the composer with the sentiment "Sincerely." <br/><br/> unknown
1932179299New York: Alfred A. Knopf 1932. Signed by the composer First edition signed by George Gershwin George S. Kaufman and three members of the original Broadway cast. This political lampoon opened on Broadway on 26 December 1931 and was the first musical to win the Pulitzer Prize for drama. Victor Moore who created the role of Alexander Throttlebottom William Gaxton who created the role of John P. Wintergreen and Lois Moran who created the role of Mary Turner have signed the page opposite the cast list. Octavo. Original red and blue boards spine lettered in light blue covers decorated with stars in light blue. With dust jacket. Housed in a custom grey cloth folding box. Bookplate of Maxwell Steinhardt designed by Rockwell Kent. Extremities a little worn with occasional loss; some loss to head and foot of jacket spine spine a little toned unclipped jacket: a very good copy in like jacket. hardcover
1932119552New York: Random House 1932. Signed limited first edition number 206 of only 300 copies signed by George Gershwin and illustrator Constantin Alajalov. Quarto bound in full publishers morocco frontispiece portrait of Gershwin and numerous full-page illustrations by Alajalov. In near fine condition. An exceptional example. American composer and pianist George Gershwin's orchestral compositions spanned the genres of popular jazz and classical music and are now considered to be some of the most important musical works of the twentieth century. Gershwin began his career composing Broadway theatre works with his brother Ira Gershwin and soon became a major figure in musical theatre in New York City and later Hollywood. Gershwin's classic Song-Book is illustrated with full-page color lithographic plates after Constantin Alajalov and includes such Gershwin standards as "Swanee" "Fascinating Rhythm" "That Certain Feeling" "The Man I Love" "Strike Up the Band" and "I Got Rhythm" among others. "In one of his few prose writings George provided an introduction for the song book. What is most important. is that it contained the original published version of each song followed side by side by George's 'improvised' versions of the songs" Carnovale 14. Random House unknown books
1935140939255New York: Random House 1935. Limited Edition. Very Good. Limited edition. Copy 63 of only 250 signed by composer George Gershwin lyricist Ira Gershwin author of the original novel and the play itself Dubose Heyward and director Rouben Mamoulian. xii 559 3 pp. Publisher's full red morocco titles blindstamped on spine lacking labels on front and spine as is common as well as the elusive slipcase. An unsophisticated copy with worn head and tail rubbing along edges wear spot to back cover small piece of tape on spine hinges over-opened very slight wave along top edge of text at front internally clean and overall Very Good. A deluxe signed edition of the classic music of the popular English-language opera with all African American characters featuring oft-covered songs like "Summertime" "It Ain't Necessarily So" and "I Loves You Porgy. Random House unknown books
1932115405Random House 1932. hardcover. Very Good. 1932 Random House signed Gershwin and Alajalov illustrator #263 of 300 in gilt titled and decorated blue leather slightly dried at the gutters. Includes string bound score for a song in rear pocket. In original slip case. oversized and overweight. Please email for photos. Random House hardcover
06674New York: Longmans Green & Co. 1938. From Gershwin to Bricusse"<br /> A Remarkable Association Pair Linking Two Generations of Great Songwriters<br /> With Inscriptions by Ira Gershwin and an Autograph Letter<br /> <br /> GERSHWIN George. GERSHWIN Ira. ARMITAGE Merle. George Gershwin. New York: Longmans Green & Co. 1938.<br /> <br /> Quarto 10 3/8 x 7 7/8 inches; 263 x 200 mm. xii 252 pp. Pictorial title printed in red and black 32 photogravure plates and portrait on blue paper. Publisher's original yellow and red cloth musical notation endpapers; very light wear to extremities an exceptionally bright near fine copy.<br /> <br /> Presentation copy inscribed by Ira Gershwin to Leslie Bricusse:<br /> "who in turn inscribes it to brilliant Leslie Bricusse - With admiration and affection - Ira Gershwin - Beverly Hills February 1971."<br /> <br /> Loosely inserted is a warm autograph letter signed "Ira" on Gershwin stationery thanking Bricusse for Scrooge and referencing the present volume together with a note enclosing a program for the first memorial concert.<br /> <br /> WITH:<br /> <br /> GERSHWIN George. GERSHWIN Ira.<br /> George Gershwin Memorial Concert. Hollywood Bowl September 8 1937.<br /> <br /> Folio 12 1/4 x 9 1/4 inches. 16 pp. Illustrated. Original printed wrappers; near fine.<br /> <br /> Inscribed by Ira Gershwin to Leslie Bricusse:<br /> "For Leslie B. From Ira G. / Feb. 1971 / Beverly Hills."<br /> <br /> A Musical Lineage in Print:<br /> A deeply evocative association set uniting three defining figures in American and British musical theater. The 1938 Armitage volume - long regarded as the most important early tribute to George Gershwin - is here transformed into a personal artifact through Ira Gershwin's inscription and accompanying letter to Leslie Bricusse.<br /> <br /> The accompanying 1937 Hollywood Bowl Memorial Concert program issued only weeks after Gershwin's death captures the immediate cultural response to his passing. Preserved for more than three decades it was later gifted by Ira to Bricusse - an act that resonates as a symbolic passing of the torch.<br /> <br /> That Ira Gershwin should present both the definitive early book on his brother and a contemporary memorial document to Leslie Bricusse - himself one of the great lyricists of the next generation - creates a compelling narrative of artistic continuity.<br /> <br /> The accompanying letter adds a further layer of intimacy revealing a warm collegial exchange between two masters of song.<br /> <br /> An Exceptional Association Copy - A rare convergence of:<br /> The key early Gershwin monograph 1938<br /> A contemporary memorial artifact 1937<br /> A signed presentation linking directly to Leslie Bricusse<br /> A supporting autograph letter providing context and warmth.<br /> <br /> Together these elements form a museum-level association grouping preserving a tangible thread between the golden age of American songwriting and its distinguished successor. New York: Longmans, Green & Co., , 1938 unknown
1932149432New York: Simon and Schuster Inc 1932. First edition of Gershwin’s classic songbook with stunning full-page illustrations by Constantin Alajalov. Quarto original half-cloth frontispiece photograph of Gershwin playing the piano taken by Maurice Goldberg profusely illustrated by Constantin Alajalov. Presentation copy inscribed by the author on the front free endpaper "To Jean King Good wishes George Gershwin." Very good in a good dust jacket. Rare in the original dust jacket and signed and inscribed. American composer and pianist George Gershwin’s orchestral compositions spanned the genres of popular jazz and classical music and are now considered to be some of the most important musical works of the twentieth century. Gershwin began his career composing Broadway theatre works with his brother Ira Gershwin and soon became a major figure in musical theatre in New York City and later Hollywood. Gershwin's classic Song-Book is illustrated with full-page color lithographic plates after Constantin Alajalov and includes such Gershwin standards as “Swanee†“Fascinating Rhythm†“That Certain Feeling†“The Man I Love†“Strike Up the Band†and “I Got Rhythm†among others. “In one of his few prose writings George provided an introduction for the song book. What is most important… is that it contained the original published version of each song followed side by side by George’s ‘improvised’ versions of the songs†Carnovale 14. Simon and Schuster Inc hardcover
193084308New York: The John Day Company 1930. First edition of this work on American popular music. Octavo original cloth illustrated. Introduction by George Gershwin. Boldly signed "Sincerely George Gershwin" on the dedication page. Additionally signed by conductor Charles Previn and tenor James Melton. Near fine in a very good dust jacket. Previn was an American film composer who was highly active at Universal in Hollywood during the 1940s and 1950s. Before going to Hollywood Previn had arranged music for over 100 Broadway productions. Melton was a popular singer in the 1920s and 1930s and later began a career as an operatic singer when tenor voices went out of style in popular music around 1932-35. Contemporary bookplate near fine in a very good dust jacket. Rare and desirable signed. American composer and pianist George Gershwin's orchestral compositions spanned the genres of popular jazz and classical music and are now considered to be some of the most important musical works of the twentieth century. Gershwin began his career composing Broadway theatre works with his brother Ira Gershwin and soon became a major figure in musical theatre in New York City and later Hollywood. Gershwin's classic Song-Book is illustrated with full-page color lithographic plates after Constantin Alajalov and includes such Gershwin standards as "Swanee" "Fascinating Rhythm" "That Certain Feeling" "The Man I Love" "Strike Up the Band" and "I Got Rhythm" among others. "In one of his few prose writings George provided an introduction for the song book. What is most important. is that it contained the original published version of each song followed side by side by George's 'improvised' versions of the songs" Carnovale 14. The John Day Company hardcover books
193084308New York: The John Day Company 1930. First edition of this work on American popular music. Octavo original cloth illustrated. Introduction by George Gershwin. Boldly signed "Sincerely George Gershwin" on the dedication page. Additionally signed by conductor Charles Previn and tenor James Melton. Near fine in a very good dust jacket. Previn was an American film composer who was highly active at Universal in Hollywood during the 1940s and 1950s. Before going to Hollywood Previn had arranged music for over 100 Broadway productions. Melton was a popular singer in the 1920s and 1930s and later began a career as an operatic singer when tenor voices went out of style in popular music around 1932–35. Contemporary bookplate near fine in a very good dust jacket. Rare and desirable signed. American composer and pianist George Gershwin’s orchestral compositions spanned the genres of popular jazz and classical music and are now considered to be some of the most important musical works of the twentieth century. Gershwin began his career composing Broadway theatre works with his brother Ira Gershwin and soon became a major figure in musical theatre in New York City and later Hollywood. Gershwin's classic Song-Book is illustrated with full-page color lithographic plates after Constantin Alajalov and includes such Gershwin standards as “Swanee†“Fascinating Rhythm†“That Certain Feeling†“The Man I Love†“Strike Up the Band†and “I Got Rhythm†among others. “In one of his few prose writings George provided an introduction for the song book. What is most important… is that it contained the original published version of each song followed side by side by George’s ‘improvised’ versions of the songs†Carnovale 14. The John Day Company hardcover
06672New York: Simon and Schuster 1960. A Superb Association Copy Across Two Generations of Great Songwriters<br /> Inscribed by Ira Gershwin to Leslie Bricusse<br /> A First Day Cover Signed by Ira and with a Clipped Signature of George<br /> And an Original Sketch by Ira<br /> <br /> GERSHWIN George & Ira. The George and Ira Gershwin Song Book. Foreword by Ira Gershwin. Illustrated by Milton Glaser. Arrangements by Dr. Albert Sirmay. New York: Simon and Schuster 1960.<br /> <br /> First edition first printing. Folio 12 x 9 inches; 305 x 229 mm. xiv 178 pp. Illustrated throughout with bold color designs by Milton Glaser. <br /> <br /> Spiral bound quarter orange cloth over black cloth boards front cover decoratively stamped and lettered in blind spine lettered in black. Spine slightly faded otherwise near fine. Housed in the original slightly worn color pictorial slipcase.<br /> <br /> A superb inscribed copy from the library of Leslie Bricusse enriched with a George Gershwin First Day Cover envelope signed and with a sketch by Ira.<br /> <br /> On the verso of the front free endpaper is mounted a First Day Cover February 28 1973 honoring George Gershwin signed in black ink by Ira Gershwin together with a carefully pasted clipped signature of George Gershwin uniting the brothers once again in a single presentation.<br /> <br /> On the color title-page Ira Gershwin has inscribed:<br /> "For Leslie Bricusse / with admiration / and all best - From sketch Ira Gershwin / Beverly Hills Nov. 4 '68"<br /> <br /> The sketch depicts a small stylized bowing figure - rendered in quick fluid lines - leaning forward in a gesture of theatrical deference. Rather than a portrait it is best understood as one of Ira Gershwin's characteristic spontaneous doodles: whimsical understated and gently performative. The figure reads almost as a self-effacing stage bow - an elegant visual flourish that mirrors the tone of the inscription itself. Such drawings when present add a distinct personal dimension to Gershwin inscriptions and are highly prized.<br /> <br /> This copy embodies a rare and meaningful intersection of three major figures in twentieth-century musical theater:<br /> George Gershwin - whose music defined an era; Ira Gershwin - custodian of that legacy and voice of its refinement<br /> and Leslie Bricusse - heir to that tradition bridging Broadway and the modern musical.<br /> <br /> The layered inscriptions correspondence and added materials create a dialogue across decades - transforming the volume from a musical anthology into a living document of artistic lineage.<br /> <br /> A deeply evocative association copy - uniting autograph material presentation inscription and original artwork-linking the Gershwins directly to one of their most important successors.<br /> <br /> A copy that transcends its bibliographical importance to become a piece of musical and cultural history. New York: Simon and Schuster, 1960 unknown
1935212351New York: Random House 1935. Limited. hardcover. very good. Libretto by Dubose Heyward; Lyrics by Dubose Heyward and Ira Gershwin. Frontispiece and title page decoration by George Biddle. Small folio full red leather professionally recased with most of the original spine preserved and with the black morocco labels restamped. New York: Random House 1935. First Edition. One of 250 copies autographed by both Gershwins Heyward and Rouben Mamoulian the director. A very good copy.<br/> <br/> Random House unknown
19321909112Random House 1932. Limited Edition. Hardcover. Very Good. Signed limited edition one of 300 signed by George Gershwin. In publisher's original leather covers. Random House hardcover books
19321909112Random House 1932. Limited Edition. Hardcover. Very Good. Signed limited edition one of 300 signed by George Gershwin. In publisher's original leather covers. Random House hardcover
1932130<p><strong>Ltd to 300 numbered copies signed by Gershwin & the illustrator Alajalov on the colophon</strong>.</p><p>Orig. moroccan leather cover with gilt title. Gilt title on spine. Includes the 8pp pamphlet containing the song: "Mischa Yascha Toscha" inserted in rear pocket as issued. Slightly rubbed at edges but a beautiful copy! Spine has been professionally rebacked. Signed.<br /><br />Also annotated in pencil on free end paper by singer Gerald Shattuck: "Yps - while this is signed by the composer & the illustrator I feel it would not be complete until signed by the choice singer of these lovely ballads. None other than Gerald Shattuck".</p> Random House hardcover
6038GEORGE GERSHWIN 1898-1937. Gershwin was an American composer and pianist whose compositions spanned popular jazz and classical genres.TLS. 1 pg. 8 x 10. March 31 1931. New York. A typed letter signed George Gershwin to Mr. Simon Bucharoff: Ive been looking through your book called A sic MODERN PIANISTS TEXT BOOK and fine that it is practically complete from a pianists standpoint. If I were to go on tour playing the piano I feel that your book would be the only one necessary to take along so far as developing and keeping up the technique is concerned. I will be happy to recommend your book wherever possible. Good luck to you. Simon Bucharoff 1881-1955 was a Russian-American pianist composer and educator who lectured and taught on the piano and musical composition. His textbook on the piano was published in 1931 and Gershwins endorsement surely would have been used for marketing and commercial purposes. The same year this letter was sent Gershwins Of Thee I Sing became the first musical comedy to win the Pulitzer Prize for Drama. The letter is paired with a black-and-white image of Gershwin. Both are mounted on white in a black wooden frame. All are in fine condition though the letter has some folds and the signature is somewhat light. unknown
19321903005Random House 1932. Limited Edition. Hardcover. Good. The very limited SIGNED LIMITED edition of this collection of Gershwin's classic music one of 300 numbered copies number 132 bound in the publisher's full morocco and signed by Gershwin. Wear on spine but solid and intact. Original extra sheet music laid in the back in special sleeve built into the binding. Random House hardcover
19321903005Random House 1932. Limited Edition. Hardcover. Good. The very limited SIGNED LIMITED edition of this collection of Gershwin's classic music one of 300 numbered copies number 132 bound in the publisher's full morocco and signed by Gershwin. Wear on spine but solid and intact. Original extra sheet music laid in the back in special sleeve built into the binding. Random House hardcover books
1932OCB8293<p>Limited to 300 copies signed at limitation page by Gershwin and illustrator Alajalov. Lim. 78/300. Original blue morocco leather with gilt lettering decorated in the art-deco style gilt ruled. Blue paper slipcase with loss. Rubbing chipping at corners. Frontispiece of Gershwin at the piano along with a variety of full-page illustrations. Depicting words and music of some of the best known American music such as <em>Lady be Good</em> <em>I Got Rhythm</em> <em>Swanee</em> and more. Gershwin 1898-1937 was an American composer and pianist. His compositions spanned popular jazz and classical genres. He posthumously received a special Pulitzer Prize for his distinguished and enduring contributions to American music.</p><p>Includes sheet music in rear pocket for Gershwin's song: <em>Mischa Yascha Toscha Sascha </em>words by Arthur Francis.</p><p>Published by: Random House</p><p>Location published: New York</p><p>Year published: 1932</p><p>Edition: Limited Edition</p><p>Signed by: Signed by Author Signed by Illustrator</p><p>Illustrated by: Alajalov</p> Random House
06673New York: Random House 1941. T0 L.B. Fellow Songster"<br /> Ira Gershwin to Leslie Bricusse - A Witty Exchange in Verse<br /> With Bricusse's Playful Reply Laid In<br /> <br /> GERSHWIN Ira. BRICUSSE Leslie. HART Moss. Lady in the Dark. With lyrics by Ira Gershwin and music by Kurt Weill. New York: Random House 1941. <br /> <br /> First edition first printing. Octavo 8 x 5 3/8 inches; 203 x 137 mm. xvi 1-2 3-182 2 blank pp. Inserted photogravure frontispiece. Publisher's blue cloth over boards front cover and spine blocked in red and lettered in gilt top edge stained red. Original black dust jacket printed in red and white spine slightly faded front spine fold neatly repaired. A near fine copy in a very good dust jacket.<br /> <br /> Inscribed in pencil by Ira Gershwin on the front free endpaper to Leslie Bricusse:<br /> "To L.B. fellow songster:<br /> When music and lyrics are tackled by Bricusse Leslie -<br /> the results emerge neatly and<br /> sweetly - never mess'ly.<br /> The above plus affection from<br /> Ira Gershwin<br /> Beverly Hills Sept. '71."<br /> <br /> A superb and highly personal inscription - Gershwin addressing Bricusse as a peer and doing so in the very medium that defined them both: light verse rhythm and rhyme.<br /> <br /> Laid in is a one-page reply from Leslie Bricusse on his printed stationery and dated 29 September 1971 returning the compliment in kind:<br /> "Lasting thanks to lovely Ira<br /> From his number one admira!<br /> He who finds a rhyme for Gershwin<br /> Will a prize for drunken versh win!<br /> He who finds a rhyme for Bricusse<br /> Also somehow needs to tricusse."<br /> <br /> This playful exchange - composer to composer lyricist to lyricist - captures a moment of mutual admiration between two major figures of twentieth-century musical theater and film. Such paired inscriptions are exceptionally rare preserving not only authorship but dialogue: a call and response in verse.<br /> <br /> Lady in the Dark itself stands as a landmark collaboration uniting Gershwin with Moss Hart and Kurt Weill in one of the most innovative musical plays of its era blending psychoanalytic themes with sophisticated lyricism. That this copy should carry a later inscription to Bricusse - whose own work helped define the next generation of musical theatre - creates a compelling bridge between traditions.<br /> <br /> A remarkable association copy - elevated by wit reciprocity and the rare survival of a creative exchange between two master lyricists. New York: Random House, 1941 unknown
06671New York: Quadrangle / The New York Times Book Co. 1973. The Gershwin-Bricusse Archive Deepens: With George Gershwin's Signature<br /> Ira Gershwin Presentation Copy 1974 - With Signed 1935 Check by George Gershwin<br /> <br /> GERSHWIN George Gershwin & Ira. The New York Times Gershwin Years in Song. Introduction by Edward Jablonski and Lawrence D. Stewart. New York: The New York Times Company / Quadrangle 1973. <br /> <br /> First edition. Folio 12 x 9 inches; 305 x 229 mm. v 323 pp. Profusely illustrated. Publisher's light blue cloth spiral-bound as issued in the original color pictorial dust jacket price-clipped. A near fine copy.<br /> <br /> Inscribed by Ira Gershwin to Leslie Bricusse on the front free endpaper:<br /> <br /> "All best to Leslie Bricusse / From / Ira Gershwin Autographer. / Beverly Hills Jan. 10 1974."<br /> <br /> Beneath the inscription is pasted an original bank check signed by George Gershwin dated October 7 1935 drawn on the National City Bank of New York. The page is additionally signed by Leslie Bricusse at lower right.<br /> <br /> This is the most powerful item in the Gershwin-Bricusse group uniting in a single volume:<br /> <br /> George Gershwin's autograph 1935 - a rare and highly desirable survival<br /> <br /> Ira Gershwin's presentation inscription 1974<br /> <br /> Leslie Bricusse's ownership signature<br /> <br /> The result is a three-way association artifact physically embodying: The original Gershwin partnership George & Ira and their transmission to a later master lyricist Bricusse.<br /> <br /> Ira's playful self-description as "Autographer" adds a characteristic touch of wit while the deliberate inclusion of George's signed check transforms the book into something far beyond a presentation copy - it becomes a curated relic of the Gershwin legacy.<br /> <br /> The New York Times Gershwin Years in Song is a comprehensive anthology of the Gershwins' output richly illustrated and intended as both a documentary and performative resource. In this instance however it serves as a presentation vehicle for a far more significant association object. New York: Quadrangle / The New York Times Book Co., 1973 unknown
9480Used; Like New/Used; Like New. Original drawing by the composer accomplished in pencil and mounted with an autograph signature clipped from a check. Gershwin has identified the portrait as "Irving Hockstader."<br><br><br />Gershwin was an enthusiastic amateur artist as well as an avid art collector. In his biography of the composer Edward Jablonski relates that Ira Gershwin collected various signatures and doodles from his brother and would frame them with Gershwin's checks and present them to friends p. 368. The present example is in excellent condition and remains in the original vintage frame the same frame used by Ira in similar known examples. Paper with sketch has slight tear to upper left corner but is otherwise in fine condition. Drawing measures 4.25 x 6.25 inches; total with frame is 9 x 13 inches. unknown books
1934000903TORONTO ONTARIO CANADA 1934. On offer is a super Massey Hall concert programme date January 19 1934 for a performance by George Gershwin boldly signed by the composer over his printed name. Traces of a few tape repairs to the some of the edges and folds not affecting text or signature. Overall G. . Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Programme. unknown
1937145295Detroit January 20 1937. Special Detroit Symphony Concert display program featuring Gershwin as conductor and pianist. One page small octavo Special Detroit Symphony Concert display program selections of 'Porgy and Bess' and 'Rhapsody in Blue' clipped and adhered to the front advertisements to the rear. Presentation copy inscribed by George Gershwin "to Charlotte Good wishes George Gershwin." In near fine condition with a few tiny punctures and light corner creasing. The piece is 5.5 inches by 8.75 inches. Famed musician George Gershwin signed this program only six months before his death. The Special Detroit Symphony Concert featuring Gershwin conducting and on the piano highlighted some of his best work including 'Rhapsody in Blue' and 'Porgy and Bess.' The concert was well-received and Gershwin was invited to perform the next season; however after Gershwin returned to Beverly Hills to prepare for another concert he began to suffer blinding headaches and a recurring impression that he smelled burning rubber. At his Los Angeles performance on February 11 1937 Gershwin normally a superb pianist suffered coordination problems and blackouts during the concert. These headaches and olfactory hallucinations continued for months until his collapse and subsequent coma. In the early hours of July 11 1937 doctors at Cedars removed a large brain tumor but unfortunately Gershwin died that morning at the age of 38. unknown
1934231394New York 1934. unbound. Partly printed document signed completely in Gershwin's hand a check drawn on The National City Bank of New York April 23 1934 for the sum of $200 made out to cash signed in full "George Gershwin." Cancellation holes just barely touch the top loop of the G in George but do not detract. Nicely floated in a beige colored matte together with a picture of Gershwin sitting at the piano composing music to 12" X 17" set in a white acrylic frame. Fine condition.<br/><br/> unknown books
