John Eaton Presents The American Popular Song: The Classical Connection, Vol. 6

Program Introduction

Discussion of George Gershwin's Influence On Duke

April in Paris

Discussion of Duke's Classical Versus Popular Compositions

Medley: Cabin in the Sky, What Is There to Say?, Autumn in New York, I Like the Likes of You

Discussion of Duke Medley

Discussion of Duke's Harmony

I Can't Get Started

Introduction, Pt. 2

September Song

Discussion of Weill's "Foreign" Influences

Medley:Here I'll Stay, My Ship, Speak Low, Mack the Knife

Discussion of Weill Medley

Lost in the Stars

John Introduces Donna Leonhart

Taking a Chance On Love

Epilogue: John Talks About Meeting Vernon Duke's Widow After This Recording Was Made