The man who saved Gershwin's socks takes you on a three-season jazz joyride.
Season 3 • Episode 3
LatestToday, American Idol is the country’s biggest music star-maker, but decades ago, the Golden Age of Radio fulfilled the idol-making role in the USA.
Pianist-singer Michael Feinstein leads a tour through American musical history, from the jazz days of the 1920s through the music of World War II and on into the 1950s and '60s, with the advent of rock 'n' roll. In his quest to celebrate some of America's finest composers, he touches on the works of George and Ira Gershwin, Richard Rodgers, Harold Arlen and Johnny Mercer. The passionate preservationist shares personal stories of his efforts to save America's musical heritage, as well as anecdotes about composers and lyricists he's worked with over the years.
Direction
Amber Edwards lets Feinstein ramble gloriously.
Production
Rare sheet music and artifacts from Feinstein's personal archive.
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Feinstein literally worked as Ira Gershwin's assistant for six years, cataloging unpublished songs in the basement.
The series aired on PBS during the 2010 Great Recession, offering escapism through 'simpler times' that were never simple.
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