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Documented collaborators

Celebrating Gershwin presents the collaborative artistry of The American Piano Duo—Jeffrey Shumway of Brigham Young University and Del Parkinson of Boise State University. Known for their sensitive interpretations of 20th-century American repertoire and landmark two-piano works, the duo has earned international attention for premiere recordings and thoughtful concert programs. This page gathers a detailed biography, discography highlights, and notes on touring activity to help fans secure seats and connect with the duo’s legacy.

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Documented collaborators

We’ve got you covered for reliable access to their performances wherever the duo appears—university venues, concert halls, and shared recital spaces. While public social channels may not feature dedicated Celebrating Gershwin accounts, you can explore their related university pages and official labels for updates, releases, and essential contact information. Secure your seats through trusted sources and enjoy the classic American palette of Gershwin, Mendelssohn, and Rachmaninoff through masterful two-piano interpretations.

The essentials

Quick Facts About Celebrating Gershwin

  • Performers: The American Piano Duo = Jeffrey Shumway (BYU) and Del Parkinson (Boise State).
  • Album: Celebrating Gershwin (1998) on Tantara Records; includes Cuban Overture (Version for Piano Duo), Embraceable You, Fascinating Rhythm, I Got Rhythm Variations, An American in Paris, and a Grainger arrangement of Porgy and Bess material.
  • Discography highlight: world-premiere recording of Mendelssohn’s Concerto for Two Pianos in E major (as Mendelssohn and Cramer), with BYU Philharmonic Orchestra; first-movement original version is labeled as the world premiere recording (2004/2005 release window).
  • Rachmaninoff Duo Piano Works released by The American Piano Duo on Tantara Records; the program and tracks reflect Rachmaninoff’s two-piano repertoire (2004–2005 era in public documentation).
  • Notable press/recognition: Mendelssohn CD drew international notice in Gramophone and International Piano publications (per BYU press coverage).
  • Social media: no dedicated official social media accounts for Celebrating Gershwin detected; public information about the duo comes from university pages (BYU/Boise State) and Tantara/ BYU Music Store listings.

The records

Celebrating Gershwin Discography

  • Mendelssohn and Cramer [CD] - The American Piano Duo with the BYU Philharmonic Orchestra
    2005 · Tantara Records
  • Rachmaninoff [CD] - The American Piano Duo
    2004 · Tantara Records
  • Celebrating Gershwind [CD] - The American Piano Duo
    1998 · Tantara Records

We’ve got you covered for reliable access to their performances wherever the duo appears—university venues, concert halls, and shared recital spaces. While public social channels may not feature dedicated Celebrating Gershwin accounts, you can explore their related university pages and official labels for updates, releases, and essential contact information. Secure your seats through trusted sources and enjoy the classic American palette of Gershwin, Mendelssohn, and Rachmaninoff through masterful two-piano interpretations.

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