Simon Tedeschi is well known around these parts as a consummate pianist who is not only considered one of our best musicians around, but also presents likeable and accessible music. This new recording is homage to that great American composer, George Gershwin. Right from the bright Rialto Ripples Rag you can feel how much Tedeschi loves this music. This is a terrific collection of short songs, fantastically arranged which culmiantes in the ever delightful Rhapsody in Blue with the Queensland Symphony Orchestra with local Melburnian Benjamin Northey conducting.