Born:
September 26, 1898
, Brooklyn, New York
Died:
July 11, 1937
, Hollywood
The Artist:
George Gershwin was an American composer. He was born Jacob Gershowitz in Brooklyn, New York to Russian Jewish immigrant parents. George made most of his works with his lyricist brother Ira Gershwin. Gershwin composed both for Broadway and for the classical concert hall. He also wrote popular songs with success. Many of his compositions have been used in cinema, and many are famous jazz standards.
