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What makes Summertime one of the most beloved and enduring songs in American music?

In this behind-the-scenes featurette, Director Francesca Zambello, soprano Alyson Cambridge (Bess), and soprano Viviana Goodwin (Clara) explore the cultural and emotional power of this iconic aria from Porgy and Bess. Together, they reflect on the song’s meaning, its musical legacy, and what it’s like to perform a piece that has resonated with audiences across generations and genres.

🎶 Summertime
🎭 From Porgy and Bess by George Gershwin, DuBose Heyward, and Ira Gershwin
🎤 Featuring: Francesca Zambello, Alyson Cambridge, Viviana Goodwin
📍 A Washington National Opera production at the Kennedy Center

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