Standards became an important part of many singers' repertoires.

Beginning in the 1930s, standards became an important part of many singers' repertoires. Singers needed to know and be able to perform classic songs by George and Ira Gershwin, Cole Porter, Jerome Kern, and others. Each singer interpreted the song differently and offered a unique take on it. Choose one of the following standards and listen to two different singers' interpretations of it. Compare and contrast those singers' versions in terms of form, vocal style, instrumentation, expression, and any other relevant parameters. . 1.Cole Porter, "I Get a Kick Out of You" a) Performed by Ella Fitzgerald b) Performed by Ethel Merman 2.George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin, "The Man I Love" a) Performed by Billie Holiday b) Performed by Peggy Lee      

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