George Gershwin ： Somebody Loves Me

This piano work is based on Gershwin’s song “Somebody Loves Me.” Its approachable, buoyant melody is infused with jazz-like syncopation and a lively rhythmic character, conveying a sense of urban sophistication within its brightness. The work’s appeal comes into focus when attention is given to the exchange between melody and accompaniment, the shape of each phrase, and the changes of expression from one passage to another. Since the structure varies according to the arrangement, performers should identify the character of each section. Keep the left-hand accompaniment from becoming too heavy, let the right-hand melody sing naturally, and express the delicate syncopations not only with accuracy but also with a flexible sense of pulse.