Animator: Eric Goldberg Clip to study from: Rhapsody in Blue - Fantasia 2000 "The Rhapsody in Blue sequence in Fantasia 2000 was heavily inspired by the art of Al Hirschfeld, an legendary illustrator and caricature artist. He was known for not just drawing caricatures that exactly captured the personality of the person, but for achieving a unique sense of movement and rhythm with minimum lines. While I was breaking down this shot, I also noticed that there is a lot of emphasis on the character's

Rhapsody in Blue is one of the standout segments from Fantasia 2000. From the Al Hirschfeld inspired character designs to the vibrant animation and color, and of course George Gershwin’s iconic music. The short follows four characters over the course of a day, each searching for something better, whether that’s finding a job, playing music, spending time with family, or simply chasing a little joy. What’s your favorite segment from the film? | Disney History Channel

Stonking, jazzy notes from Gershwin - here's his solo piano arrangement of Rhapsody in Blue. Played by Chia-Ying Jaqueline Tu 杜家穎 at Dartington Arts. | Classic FM