Gershwin

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Gersh·​win ˈgər-shwən How to pronounce Gershwin (audio)
George 1898–1937 originally Jacob Gershvin American composer

Gershwin

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Ira 1896–1983 Israel Gershvin; brother of George Gershwin American lyricist

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“Gershwin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Gershwin. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

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