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Antonio Serrano on Harmonica: Porter & Gershwin Jazz Recording from Juan March Institute

This "MarchVivo" recording presents Antonio Serrano's masterful harmonica artistry on classic jazz by Porter and Gershwin.

Immerse yourself in the exceptional sound recording "Porter & Gershwin on Harmonica," capturing the artistry of Antonio Serrano. This release from Fundación Juan March showcases Serrano's virtuosic command of the harmonica, breathing new life into timeless jazz compositions. Accompanied by pianists Federico Lechner and Ignasi Terraza, listeners can explore the instrument's unique role in jazz history through these memorable pieces.

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Exhibition summary

This live recording captures a selection of works by Cole Porter and George Gershwin performed on the harmonica by Antonio Serrano, accompanied by pianists Federico Lechner and Ignasi Terraza. The recording highlights Serrano's virtuosic command of the harmonica, an instrument significant in jazz history, presenting these classic compositions in a unique sonic dimension.

Curatorial context

This live recording, titled 'Porter & Gershwin on Harmonica,' presents a selection from two concerts performed by harmonica player Antonio Serrano at the Fundación Juan March in Madrid. The concerts featured pianists Federico Lechner on November 22, 2014, and Ignasi Terraza on November 27, 2021. Serrano demonstrates his masterful technique on the harmonica, an instrument often overlooked yet crucial in jazz history. The recording breathes new creative life into memorable pieces by jazz titans Cole Porter and George Gershwin, showcasing the idiomatic possibilities of the harmonica to create an unprecedented sound world. The featured artists include Antonio Serrano on harmonica, with Federico Lechner and Ignasi Terraza on piano. The recording is part of the "MarchVivo" collection under the "Ediciones de la March" editorial series from the Fundación Juan March. The document is categorized as a sound recording with a total duration of 62 minutes and 35 seconds.

Admission and ticket notes

This page describes a published sound recording and associated live concerts. Specific ticketing information for the original concerts or details on how to purchase the recording are not provided on this page. Visitors are directed to 'More information about this MarchVivo title' for further details regarding the recording itself.

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Venue
Juan March Institute
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Nov 22, 2014 – Nov 27, 2021
Artist line / attribution
Featuring Antonio Serrano (harmonica), with accompanying pianists Federico Lechner and Ignasi Terraza. Compositions by George Gershwin and Cole Porter.
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