Mr P's solution for Rhapsody in Blue

Structural Analysis

0:00 Introduction. One of the main themes is introduced by a solo clarinet. It begins with a low trill and a long ascending glissando.

00:34 Tempo a little faster. Introduction of a 2nd theme (tune) played mostly by winds-horns, trombones & saxophone.

00:50 Main theme from the opening played by the trumpet.

01:02 A brief appearance of the solo piano followed by the main theme played by the whole orchestra.

01:11 Piano solo using & developing the main themes including the opening clarinet theme.


Is played by full orchestra & piano solo. Is strongly based on jazz music of the 1920s.