I Got Rhythm

Concert Band Series — 2 min. 50 seconds

Music by: George and Ira Gershwin

Arranged and Orchestrated by: Charles Booker

Few songs have had a greater impact on American music than I Got Rhythm. Composed by George Gershwin with
lyrics by his brother Ira Gershwin, the song was introduced in the 1930 Broadway musical Girl Crazy. Its infectious
energy, memorable syncopated melody, and unmistakable swing have made it one of the most celebrated standards in the Great American Songbook. While audiences immediately embraced its joyful optimism, musicians came to appreciate the song for another reason: its harmonic progression, now known simply as “Rhythm Changes.” These chords became the foundation for hundreds of jazz compositions and improvisations, influencing generations of performers from the Swing Era through modern jazz.
Whether performed as a lively concert work, a jazz showcase, or a tribute to the golden age of Broadway, I Got Rhythm captures the exuberance and vitality that define Gershwin’s music. Nearly a century after its debut, its irresistible spirit continues to delight audiences and inspire musicians around the world. This setting for concert band
or wind band captures all the jazz nuance created by the Gershwin brothers.

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