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Harlem in Montmartre tells the story of the jazz age in Paris between the first and second World Wars, exploring an often neglected era in African-American cultural history. After peace was signed at Versailles, many black Americans remained in Europe rather than return to the brutal segregation and racism of America. Over the next two decades, they created an expatriate community of musicians, entertainers and entrepreneurs, primarily congregating in Paris's hilly Montmartre neighborhood. Some achieved enduring fame, while others have faded into history. Inspired by the book by William A. Shack and utilizing rare archival material from both France and America, this documentary features footage of such key figures as James Reese Europe, Josephine Baker, Sidney Bechet, Bricktop, Eugene Bullard, Django Reinhardt, and many more.
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Rigoletto from Mantua
Let Me Down Easy
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Vienna Philharmonic Summer Night 2011
Carnegie Hall 120th Anniversary Concert
Celebracion! Dudamel, Florez, and the L.A. Philharmonic
Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Pierre Boulez Conducts Mahler
Eric Clapton Crossroads Guitar Festival 3
Macbeth
Renee Fleming & Dmitri Hvorostovsky
Hamlet
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San Francisco Symphony At 100
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During the 2011-12 season, the San Francisco Symphony celebrates its centennial season. From the ashes of the great San Francisco earthquake and fire of 1906, rose the passionate desire of a community to embrace music and build an orchestra to restore its spirit. Thus the San Francisco Symphony was born a few years later, and it has spanned the past century to become a cultural gem in one of the most interesting and progressive cities in America and the world. GREAT PERFORMANCES partners with the San Francisco Symphony for this gala concert program hosted by acclaimed writer and San Francisco native Amy Tan, and featuring SFS Music Director Michael Tilson Thomas along with guest artists Itzhak Perlman and Lang Lang performing works by Copland, Mendelssohn and Britten. Concert footage is interwoven with short video stories highlighting unique moments in the Symphony's history as well as interviews with the performers and luminaries in the audience.
During the 2011-12 season, the San Francisco Symphony celebrates its centennial season. From the ashes of the great San Francisco earthquake and fire of 1906, rose the passionate desire of a community to embrace music and build an orchestra to restore its spirit. Thus the San Francisco Symphony was born a few years later, and it has spanned the past century to become a cultural gem in one of the most interesting and progressive cities in America and the world. GREAT PERFORMANCES partners with the San Francisco Symphony for this gala concert program hosted by acclaimed writer and San Francisco native Amy Tan, and featuring SFS Music Director Michael Tilson Thomas along with guest artists Itzhak Perlman and Lang Lang performing works by Copland, Mendelssohn and Britten. Concert footage is interwoven with short video stories highlighting unique moments in the Symphony's history as well as interviews with the performers and luminaries in the audience.
The Thomashefskys: Music And Memories Of A Life In
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This program brings to life the words and music of the American Yiddish theater. The story's lead characters -- Bessie and Boris Thomashefsky -- also happen to be the grandparents of San Francisco Symphony music director Michael Tilson Thomas. Bessie and Boris emigrated to the United States from Eastern Europe in the 1880s, and while still in their teens, they began to play major roles in the development of New York City's Yiddish theater. For Jewish immigrants who settled on the lower East Side of Manhattan, the Yiddish theater was central to their lives, and provided a stage for the new ideas that were shaping the transition to an American way of life. In "The Thomashefkys," Tilson Thomas serves as guide through the lives and repertoire of his grandparents. Performed at the New World Symphony's Frank Gehry-designed home in Miami, Tilson Thomas shares the stage with a 30-piece orchestra and ensemble cast to bring the repertoire and words of Bessie and Boris to life. With time, aspects of klezmer and cantorial sounds became more integrated and more American, as Jewish composers became immersed in their new surroundings, greatly influencing composers like Irving Berlin and George Gershwin.
This program brings to life the words and music of the American Yiddish theater. The story's lead characters -- Bessie and Boris Thomashefsky -- also happen to be the grandparents of San Francisco Symphony music director Michael Tilson Thomas. Bessie and Boris emigrated to the United States from Eastern Europe in the 1880s, and while still in their teens, they began to play major roles in the development of New York City's Yiddish theater. For Jewish immigrants who settled on the lower East Side of Manhattan, the Yiddish theater was central to their lives, and provided a stage for the new ideas that were shaping the transition to an American way of life. In "The Thomashefkys," Tilson Thomas serves as guide through the lives and repertoire of his grandparents. Performed at the New World Symphony's Frank Gehry-designed home in Miami, Tilson Thomas shares the stage with a 30-piece orchestra and ensemble cast to bring the repertoire and words of Bessie and Boris to life. With time, aspects of klezmer and cantorial sounds became more integrated and more American, as Jewish composers became immersed in their new surroundings, greatly influencing composers like Irving Berlin and George Gershwin.
Tony Bennett: Duets II
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At age 85, the legendary Tony Bennett is the oldest person to have reached the number one position on Billboard's Hot 200 chart with the release of another album of duets -- which, amazingly enough, also marks Bennett's first number one album. Yet another career triumph, Duets 2 teams Bennett with a diverse roster of contemporary stars, including Queen Latifah, Aretha Franklin, Willie Nelson, Sheryl Crow, Andrea Bocelli and Michael Buble, performing more classics from the Great American Songbook, including "Body and Soul," "The Lady Is a Tramp," "On the Sunny Side of the Street," "Speak Low" and "Stranger in Paradise."
At age 85, the legendary Tony Bennett is the oldest person to have reached the number one position on Billboard's Hot 200 chart with the release of another album of duets -- which, amazingly enough, also marks Bennett's first number one album. Yet another career triumph, Duets 2 teams Bennett with a diverse roster of contemporary stars, including Queen Latifah, Aretha Franklin, Willie Nelson, Sheryl Crow, Andrea Bocelli and Michael Buble, performing more classics from the Great American Songbook, including "Body and Soul," "The Lady Is a Tramp," "On the Sunny Side of the Street," "Speak Low" and "Stranger in Paradise."
Herbie Hancock, Gustavo Dudamel And The LA Phil Ce
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GREAT PERFORMANCES re-teams with the LA Phil and its music director Gustavo Dudamel for a third opening night gala concert showcasing the bravura conducting style and interpretive gifts that has made Dudamel an international sensation. The concert's all-Gershwin repertoire will include "An American in Paris," "Rhapsody in Blue" and a solo performance of "Someone to Watch Over Me," spotlighting the virtuoso jazz piano of special guest Herbie Hancock.
GREAT PERFORMANCES re-teams with the LA Phil and its music director Gustavo Dudamel for a third opening night gala concert showcasing the bravura conducting style and interpretive gifts that has made Dudamel an international sensation. The concert's all-Gershwin repertoire will include "An American in Paris," "Rhapsody in Blue" and a solo performance of "Someone to Watch Over Me," spotlighting the virtuoso jazz piano of special guest Herbie Hancock.
From Vienna: The New Year's Celebration 2012
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Legendary star of stage and screen Julie Andrews returns as host of the festive annual New Year's celebration with the Vienna Philharmonic, under the direction of guest conductor Mariss Jansons, at Vienna's Musikverein. The venerable concert is the largest worldwide event in classical music, reaching more than a billion people annually through radio and television in 72 countries. The Vienna Philharmonic's traditional New Year's program has showcased Viennese musical culture at the highest level, and since the first television broadcast in 1959, sent the world a New Year's greeting in the spirit of hope, friendship and peace. (The telecast has been a GREAT PERFORMANCES tradition on PBS since 1985.) As is customary with the broadcast, the camera will use several opulent locations in the Musikverein hall itself, and venture outside the hall to visit a picturesque range of Vienna landmarks.
Legendary star of stage and screen Julie Andrews returns as host of the festive annual New Year's celebration with the Vienna Philharmonic, under the direction of guest conductor Mariss Jansons, at Vienna's Musikverein. The venerable concert is the largest worldwide event in classical music, reaching more than a billion people annually through radio and television in 72 countries. The Vienna Philharmonic's traditional New Year's program has showcased Viennese musical culture at the highest level, and since the first television broadcast in 1959, sent the world a New Year's greeting in the spirit of hope, friendship and peace. (The telecast has been a GREAT PERFORMANCES tradition on PBS since 1985.) As is customary with the broadcast, the camera will use several opulent locations in the Musikverein hall itself, and venture outside the hall to visit a picturesque range of Vienna landmarks.
Hugh Laurie: Let Them Talk - A Celebration Of New
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An American favorite from his role in the hit TV series "House," the versatile British actor Hugh Laurie showcases his musical side in an atmospheric special filmed on location in New Orleans. Defying simple categorization, Laurie finds his greatest satisfaction and inspiration from the mixture of blues and jazz that grew out of New Orleans at the beginning of the last century. "Let Them Talk" is his very personal journey into the heart and soul of that music. Also including documentary and interview segments during Laurie's travels around the city, the program features his performances with blues legends Dr. John, Allen Toussaint and Irma Thomas, as well as another fellow countryman similarly inspired by this uniquely American music, Sir Tom Jones. With concert sequences filmed at the historic Latrobe's building in the French Quarter, the musical selections will include New Orleans blues standards along with some forgotten and neglected gems.
An American favorite from his role in the hit TV series "House," the versatile British actor Hugh Laurie showcases his musical side in an atmospheric special filmed on location in New Orleans. Defying simple categorization, Laurie finds his greatest satisfaction and inspiration from the mixture of blues and jazz that grew out of New Orleans at the beginning of the last century. "Let Them Talk" is his very personal journey into the heart and soul of that music. Also including documentary and interview segments during Laurie's travels around the city, the program features his performances with blues legends Dr. John, Allen Toussaint and Irma Thomas, as well as another fellow countryman similarly inspired by this uniquely American music, Sir Tom Jones. With concert sequences filmed at the historic Latrobe's building in the French Quarter, the musical selections will include New Orleans blues standards along with some forgotten and neglected gems.
Rigoletto From Mantua
(#3701)
Filmed in Mantua, Italy, this production of "Rigoletto" stars Placido Domingo and Julia Novikova.
Filmed in Mantua, Italy, this production of "Rigoletto" stars Placido Domingo and Julia Novikova.
Phantom Of The Opera At Royal Albert Hall
(#3613)
In celebration of its blockbuster 25th anniversary year, Andrew Lloyd Webber and producer Cameron Mackintosh presented The Phantom of the Opera in a fully-staged, lavish production, set in the sumptuous Victorian splendor of London's Royal Albert Hall. Starring Ramin Karimloo as The Phantom, Sierra Boggess as his protege Christine Daae, and Hadley Fraser as Raoul, Vicomte de Chagny, the romantic trio is backed by a complete cast and orchestra of more than 200, as well as surprise special guest appearances. Regarded by many as Lloyd Webber's masterpiece, The Phantom of the Opera first opened in 1986 at Her Majesty's Theatre, and is based on the French novel Le Fantome de l'Opera. Worldwide the show has grossed over $5.6 billion, with box office revenues higher than any film or stage play in history, including Titanic, ET and Star Wars. It has been produced in 145 cities in 27 countries and played to more than 130 million people. The show has won more than 50 major theatre awards, including seven Tonys and three Olivier Awards in the West End. It is currently showing in London, New York, Budapest, Las Vegas, and Kyoto. In 2006, it became Broadway's longest running show ever.
In celebration of its blockbuster 25th anniversary year, Andrew Lloyd Webber and producer Cameron Mackintosh presented The Phantom of the Opera in a fully-staged, lavish production, set in the sumptuous Victorian splendor of London's Royal Albert Hall. Starring Ramin Karimloo as The Phantom, Sierra Boggess as his protege Christine Daae, and Hadley Fraser as Raoul, Vicomte de Chagny, the romantic trio is backed by a complete cast and orchestra of more than 200, as well as surprise special guest appearances. Regarded by many as Lloyd Webber's masterpiece, The Phantom of the Opera first opened in 1986 at Her Majesty's Theatre, and is based on the French novel Le Fantome de l'Opera. Worldwide the show has grossed over $5.6 billion, with box office revenues higher than any film or stage play in history, including Titanic, ET and Star Wars. It has been produced in 145 cities in 27 countries and played to more than 130 million people. The show has won more than 50 major theatre awards, including seven Tonys and three Olivier Awards in the West End. It is currently showing in London, New York, Budapest, Las Vegas, and Kyoto. In 2006, it became Broadway's longest running show ever.
Memphis
(#3612)
Winner of the 2010 Tony Award for Best New Musical, "Memphis" turns the radio dial back to the 1950s to tell the story of a white DJ named Huey Calhoun (Chad Kimball), whose love of music transcends racial lines and airwaves. His romantic interest is Felicia Farrell (Montego Glover), a young black singer whose career is on the rise, but who can't make the break out of segregated clubs on her own. When the two collaborate, her soulful sound reaches radio audiences everywhere, and the golden era of early rock & roll takes flight. But as things heat up, whether the world is really ready for their music - and their love - is put to a test. With a Tony-winning book and lyrics by Joe DiPietro ("I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change") and Tony-winning score with music by Bon Jovi founding member David Bryan, the production is directed by Christopher Ashley ("Xanadu") and choreographed by Sergio Trujillo ("Jersey Boys").
Winner of the 2010 Tony Award for Best New Musical, "Memphis" turns the radio dial back to the 1950s to tell the story of a white DJ named Huey Calhoun (Chad Kimball), whose love of music transcends racial lines and airwaves. His romantic interest is Felicia Farrell (Montego Glover), a young black singer whose career is on the rise, but who can't make the break out of segregated clubs on her own. When the two collaborate, her soulful sound reaches radio audiences everywhere, and the golden era of early rock & roll takes flight. But as things heat up, whether the world is really ready for their music - and their love - is put to a test. With a Tony-winning book and lyrics by Joe DiPietro ("I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change") and Tony-winning score with music by Bon Jovi founding member David Bryan, the production is directed by Christopher Ashley ("Xanadu") and choreographed by Sergio Trujillo ("Jersey Boys").
Let Me Down Easy
(#3611)
Called "the most exciting individual in American theater" by Newsweek magazine, Anna Deavere Smith (The West Wing, Nurse Jackie) turns her theatrical exploration to matters of the human body with Let Me Down Easy. As in her acclaimed earlier plays Fires in the Mirror and Twilight: Los Angeles, Deavere Smith interviews an eclectic range of people, and then performs as the interviewee in their own words. This new gallery of indelible portraits ranges from boldface names like cyclist Lance Armstrong, supermodel Lauren Hutton and Texas Governor Ann Richards, to lesser known but equally memorable characters including a rodeo bull rider, a New Orleans hospital doctor and the director of a South African orphanage -- all sharing their searing experiences in confronting the price and politics of health, facing the end of life, and encountering the ultimate resilience of the human spirit. The performances was recorded at Washington DC's Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater.
Called "the most exciting individual in American theater" by Newsweek magazine, Anna Deavere Smith (The West Wing, Nurse Jackie) turns her theatrical exploration to matters of the human body with Let Me Down Easy. As in her acclaimed earlier plays Fires in the Mirror and Twilight: Los Angeles, Deavere Smith interviews an eclectic range of people, and then performs as the interviewee in their own words. This new gallery of indelible portraits ranges from boldface names like cyclist Lance Armstrong, supermodel Lauren Hutton and Texas Governor Ann Richards, to lesser known but equally memorable characters including a rodeo bull rider, a New Orleans hospital doctor and the director of a South African orphanage -- all sharing their searing experiences in confronting the price and politics of health, facing the end of life, and encountering the ultimate resilience of the human spirit. The performances was recorded at Washington DC's Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater.
The New York Philharmonic 10th Anniversary Concert
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The New York Philharmonic performs Mahler's Symphony No. 2, Resurrection, in honor of the victims of September 11, 2001, in a free concert for the people of New York. Music Director Alan Gilbert will leads the New York Philharmonic in Avery Fisher Hall at Lincoln Center, with soprano Dorothea Roschmann, mezzo-soprano Michelle DeYoung and the New York Choral Artists. A host, yet to be determined, frames the performance with remarks on the tragic losses 10 years ago and the spirit of remembrance and renewal of the piece.
The New York Philharmonic performs Mahler's Symphony No. 2, Resurrection, in honor of the victims of September 11, 2001, in a free concert for the people of New York. Music Director Alan Gilbert will leads the New York Philharmonic in Avery Fisher Hall at Lincoln Center, with soprano Dorothea Roschmann, mezzo-soprano Michelle DeYoung and the New York Choral Artists. A host, yet to be determined, frames the performance with remarks on the tragic losses 10 years ago and the spirit of remembrance and renewal of the piece.
Placido Domingo: My Favorite Roles
(#3609)
Placido Domingo is not only one of the most popular and celebrated tenors of his generation, but his international career has also led him to his dual directorships of the Washington National Opera and the Los Angeles Opera. In this performance documentary, Domingo looks back and reflects on his favorite roles from opera houses around the world. The story of Domingo's roots in Spain is interwoven with his famous performance as Don Jose in "Carmen" at the Vienna Staatsoper. His memories about his childhood in Mexico inform his acclaimed performance of "El Gato Montes" from the LA Opera. We see him in some of his earliest roles singing "cielo e mar" from "Gioconda" in Madrid, as well as his debut in "Ernani" at Milan's La Scala. Other highlights: from the Metropolitan Opera, his striking performance in Verdi's "Luisa Miller;" excerpts from the Emmy-winning "Tosca" from Rome; and Domingo's star turns in "Simon Boccanegra," "Les Contes D'Hoffmann," "Samson et Dalilah," "I Pagliacci" in Zefirelli's film (La Scala) and his enduring signature role in Verdi's "Otello."
Placido Domingo is not only one of the most popular and celebrated tenors of his generation, but his international career has also led him to his dual directorships of the Washington National Opera and the Los Angeles Opera. In this performance documentary, Domingo looks back and reflects on his favorite roles from opera houses around the world. The story of Domingo's roots in Spain is interwoven with his famous performance as Don Jose in "Carmen" at the Vienna Staatsoper. His memories about his childhood in Mexico inform his acclaimed performance of "El Gato Montes" from the LA Opera. We see him in some of his earliest roles singing "cielo e mar" from "Gioconda" in Madrid, as well as his debut in "Ernani" at Milan's La Scala. Other highlights: from the Metropolitan Opera, his striking performance in Verdi's "Luisa Miller;" excerpts from the Emmy-winning "Tosca" from Rome; and Domingo's star turns in "Simon Boccanegra," "Les Contes D'Hoffmann," "Samson et Dalilah," "I Pagliacci" in Zefirelli's film (La Scala) and his enduring signature role in Verdi's "Otello."
Vienna Philharmonic Summer Night Concert 2011
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Valery Gergiev conducts an open-air concert in the gardens of Austria's Imperial Schonbrunn Palace.
Valery Gergiev conducts an open-air concert in the gardens of Austria's Imperial Schonbrunn Palace.
Jackie Evancho: Dream With Me In Concert
(#3607)
Recorded on the grounds of the spectacular John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art in Sarasota, Florida, this special marks the solo concert debut of the 10-year-old girl with the extraordinary soprano voice. Already familiar to national audiences from her debut appearances on America's Got Talent, this astonishing vocal sensation is the youngest star in GREAT PERFORMANCES's recent Hitman Returns: David Foster & Friends concert, performing virtuoso interpretations of Andrew Lloyd Webber's "Pie Jesu" and Puccini's "O Mio Babbino Caro. " Foster returns as co-host of the concert, also serving as music director. Among the performance highlights are "When You Wish Upon A Star," "Nella Fantasia," "Nessun Dorma," "Angel," "Somewhere," "All I Ask Of You," "Ombra Mai Fu," "Imaginer," "To Believe," and "Dream With Me."
Recorded on the grounds of the spectacular John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art in Sarasota, Florida, this special marks the solo concert debut of the 10-year-old girl with the extraordinary soprano voice. Already familiar to national audiences from her debut appearances on America's Got Talent, this astonishing vocal sensation is the youngest star in GREAT PERFORMANCES's recent Hitman Returns: David Foster & Friends concert, performing virtuoso interpretations of Andrew Lloyd Webber's "Pie Jesu" and Puccini's "O Mio Babbino Caro. " Foster returns as co-host of the concert, also serving as music director. Among the performance highlights are "When You Wish Upon A Star," "Nella Fantasia," "Nessun Dorma," "Angel," "Somewhere," "All I Ask Of You," "Ombra Mai Fu," "Imaginer," "To Believe," and "Dream With Me."
Carnegie Hall 120th Anniversary Concert
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The New York Philharmonic, violinist Gil Shaham, cellist Yo-Yo Ma and pianist Emanuel Ax perform.
The New York Philharmonic, violinist Gil Shaham, cellist Yo-Yo Ma and pianist Emanuel Ax perform.
Hitman Returns: David Foster & Friends
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Natalie Cole, Earth, Wind & Fire, Chaka Khan, Seal and more perform with the prolific producer.
Natalie Cole, Earth, Wind & Fire, Chaka Khan, Seal and more perform with the prolific producer.
Harry Connick, Jr. In Concert On Broadway
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After 20 years, three-time Grammy Award-winner Harry Connick Jr. returns to Broadway in a program of favorites, performed in Connick's trademark New Orleans style. Taped in July of 2010 at New York's Neil Simon Theatre, the evening features a 20-piece swing band and a 10-piece string section, with the star on both a Steinway grand and upright honky-tonk piano. Among the mix of standards, show tunes and jazz classics are such evergreens as "It Had to Be You," "Hey, There" (from Connick's recent hit revival of The Pajama Game), "You Don't Know Me," "Some Enchanted Evening," "Mona Lisa," "The Way You Look Tonight," "Who Can I Turn to?" "Sweet Georgia Brown," "Take Her to the Mardi Gras" (from his 2001 Broadway musical, Thou Shalt Not), and "St. James Infirmary." Connick is backed by a cadre of top flight musicians, including trombonist Lucien Barbarin, trumpeter Mark Braud, saxophonist Jerry Weldon, bassist Neal Caine, and drummer Arthur Latin.
After 20 years, three-time Grammy Award-winner Harry Connick Jr. returns to Broadway in a program of favorites, performed in Connick's trademark New Orleans style. Taped in July of 2010 at New York's Neil Simon Theatre, the evening features a 20-piece swing band and a 10-piece string section, with the star on both a Steinway grand and upright honky-tonk piano. Among the mix of standards, show tunes and jazz classics are such evergreens as "It Had to Be You," "Hey, There" (from Connick's recent hit revival of The Pajama Game), "You Don't Know Me," "Some Enchanted Evening," "Mona Lisa," "The Way You Look Tonight," "Who Can I Turn to?" "Sweet Georgia Brown," "Take Her to the Mardi Gras" (from his 2001 Broadway musical, Thou Shalt Not), and "St. James Infirmary." Connick is backed by a cadre of top flight musicians, including trombonist Lucien Barbarin, trumpeter Mark Braud, saxophonist Jerry Weldon, bassist Neal Caine, and drummer Arthur Latin.
From Vienna: The New Year's Celebration 2011
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Julie Andrews, Franz Welser-Most and the Vienna Philharmonic perform Strauss Family favorites.
Julie Andrews, Franz Welser-Most and the Vienna Philharmonic perform Strauss Family favorites.
Celebracion! Gustavo Dudamel And The LA Phil With
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The Los Angeles Philharmonic and tenor Juan Diego Florez perform overtures and Latin American songs.
The Los Angeles Philharmonic and tenor Juan Diego Florez perform overtures and Latin American songs.
Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Pierre Boulez Conducts
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The Windy City's internationally renowned orchestra performs Gustav Mahler's "Symphony No. 7."
The Windy City's internationally renowned orchestra performs Gustav Mahler's "Symphony No. 7."
Eric Clapton Crossroads Guitar Festival 3
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The guitar superstar teams with Jeff Beck, B.B. King, John Mayer, Sheryl Crow and more in Chicago.
The guitar superstar teams with Jeff Beck, B.B. King, John Mayer, Sheryl Crow and more in Chicago.
Billy Joel Live At Shea Stadium
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Shortly before the demolition of New York City's Shea Stadium in July 2008, superstar Billy Joel performed two farewell concerts at the historic arena. Joel's special guests are Tony Bennett, Garth Brooks, John Mayer, and Sir Paul McCartney.
Shortly before the demolition of New York City's Shea Stadium in July 2008, superstar Billy Joel performed two farewell concerts at the historic arena. Joel's special guests are Tony Bennett, Garth Brooks, John Mayer, and Sir Paul McCartney.
Sondheim! The Birthday Concert
(#3513)
The New York Philharmonic's gala all-star salute to a true Broadway legend, Stephen Sondheim.
The New York Philharmonic's gala all-star salute to a true Broadway legend, Stephen Sondheim.
Renee Fleming & Dmitri Hvorostovsky: A Musical Ody
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The American soprano and Russian baritone visit the most spectacular locations of St. Petersburg.
The American soprano and Russian baritone visit the most spectacular locations of St. Petersburg.
Vienna Philharmonic Summer Night Concert 2010
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Franz Welser-Most conducts a performance from the gardens of Austria's Imperial Schonbrunn Palace.
Franz Welser-Most conducts a performance from the gardens of Austria's Imperial Schonbrunn Palace.
LA Danse: Le Ballet DE L'opera DE Paris
(#3510)
A look inside the Paris Opera Ballet showcases rehearsals and a dazzling selection of performances.
A look inside the Paris Opera Ballet showcases rehearsals and a dazzling selection of performances.
Hamlet
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Shakespeare's tortured prince receives a contemporary spin. David Tennant and Patrick Stewart star.
Shakespeare's tortured prince receives a contemporary spin. David Tennant and Patrick Stewart star.
Dance In America: NY Export: Opus Jazz
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A new version of Jerome Robbins' 1958 hit "NY Export: Opus Jazz," filmed all over New York City.
A new version of Jerome Robbins' 1958 hit "NY Export: Opus Jazz," filmed all over New York City.
From Vienna: The New Year's Celebration 2010
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Actress Julie Andrews hosts as the Vienna Philharmonic performs festive Strauss Family favorites.
Actress Julie Andrews hosts as the Vienna Philharmonic performs festive Strauss Family favorites.
LA Boheme - The Movie
(#3506)
Anna Netrebko and Rolando Villazon star as the doomed lovers in Giacomo Puccinis' enduring story.
Anna Netrebko and Rolando Villazon star as the doomed lovers in Giacomo Puccinis' enduring story.
Andrea Bocelli & David Foster: My Christmas In Con
(#3505)
Everyone's favorite "Hitman" David Foster joins GP superstar Andrea Bocelli for a new Christmas concert of holiday classics as they share the stage to present an elegant collection of seasonal favorites. Showcasing Bocelli's unmistakable soaring vocals are lush new arrangements given the distinctive Foster touch for an inspiring concert performance. Recorded at the Kodak Theatre in Los Angeles, the program also features special guests Natalie Cole, Mary J. Blige, Welsh mezzo-soprano Katherine Jenkins, and The Muppets, as well as a visit with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Among the featured song highlights are "White Christmas," "Oh Holy Night," "Santa Claus is Coming to Town," "Jingle Bells," "Silent Night," "The Christmas Song, " "What Child Is This," and more.
Everyone's favorite "Hitman" David Foster joins GP superstar Andrea Bocelli for a new Christmas concert of holiday classics as they share the stage to present an elegant collection of seasonal favorites. Showcasing Bocelli's unmistakable soaring vocals are lush new arrangements given the distinctive Foster touch for an inspiring concert performance. Recorded at the Kodak Theatre in Los Angeles, the program also features special guests Natalie Cole, Mary J. Blige, Welsh mezzo-soprano Katherine Jenkins, and The Muppets, as well as a visit with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Among the featured song highlights are "White Christmas," "Oh Holy Night," "Santa Claus is Coming to Town," "Jingle Bells," "Silent Night," "The Christmas Song, " "What Child Is This," and more.
Sting: A Winter's Night
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The pop superstar welcomes the holidays with songs, carols and lullabies spanning the centuries.
The pop superstar welcomes the holidays with songs, carols and lullabies spanning the centuries.
Gustavo Dudamel And The Los Angeles Philharmonic:
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Gustavo Dudamel conducts performances of Gustav Mahler's Symphony No. 1 and John Adams' City Noir.
Gustavo Dudamel conducts performances of Gustav Mahler's Symphony No. 1 and John Adams' City Noir.
Karajan Or Beauty As I See It
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Chronicles the illustrious career of the classical music conductor who led the Berlin Philharmonic.
Chronicles the illustrious career of the classical music conductor who led the Berlin Philharmonic.
Pete Seeger's 90th Birthday Celebration From Madis
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Bruce Springsteen, John Mellencamp, Joan Baez, Arlo Guthrie and more join the legendary folk artist.
Bruce Springsteen, John Mellencamp, Joan Baez, Arlo Guthrie and more join the legendary folk artist.
Macbeth
(#3415)
This production starring Patrick Stewart relocates the bloody action to an underground netherworld.
This production starring Patrick Stewart relocates the bloody action to an underground netherworld.
Passing Strange
(#3414)
Spike Lee captures this Broadway musical about an African-American youth pursuing a bohemian life.
Spike Lee captures this Broadway musical about an African-American youth pursuing a bohemian life.
Vienna Philharmonic Summer Night's Concert 2009
(#3413)
Daniel Barenboim directs and performs in a show set on the grounds of Austria's Schoenbrunn castle.
Daniel Barenboim directs and performs in a show set on the grounds of Austria's Schoenbrunn castle.
Harlem In Montmartre
(#3412)
Harlem in Montmartre tells the story of the jazz age in Paris between the first and second World Wars, exploring an often neglected era in African-American cultural history. After peace was signed at Versailles, many black Americans remained in Europe rather than return to the brutal segregation and racism of America. Over the next two decades, they created an expatriate community of musicians, entertainers and entrepreneurs, primarily congregating in Paris's hilly Montmartre neighborhood. Some achieved enduring fame, while others have faded into history. Inspired by the book by William A. Shack and utilizing rare archival material from both France and America, this documentary features footage of such key figures as James Reese Europe, Josephine Baker, Sidney Bechet, Bricktop, Eugene Bullard, Django Reinhardt, and many more.
Harlem in Montmartre tells the story of the jazz age in Paris between the first and second World Wars, exploring an often neglected era in African-American cultural history. After peace was signed at Versailles, many black Americans remained in Europe rather than return to the brutal segregation and racism of America. Over the next two decades, they created an expatriate community of musicians, entertainers and entrepreneurs, primarily congregating in Paris's hilly Montmartre neighborhood. Some achieved enduring fame, while others have faded into history. Inspired by the book by William A. Shack and utilizing rare archival material from both France and America, this documentary features footage of such key figures as James Reese Europe, Josephine Baker, Sidney Bechet, Bricktop, Eugene Bullard, Django Reinhardt, and many more.
Eric Clapton & Steve Winwood: In Concert From Madi
(#3411)
The guitar legend and the frontman of Traffic perform Blind Faith songs and their individual hits.
The guitar legend and the frontman of Traffic perform Blind Faith songs and their individual hits.
Stevie Wonder: Live At Last
(#3410)
The legendary musician performs in London to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Motown Records.
The legendary musician performs in London to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Motown Records.
In The Heights: Chasing Broadway Dreams
(#3409)
Follows the cast and creative team from the musical's small start to its Tony Award-winning status.
Follows the cast and creative team from the musical's small start to its Tony Award-winning status.
The Police Certifiable
(#3408)
This Buenos Aires concert captures Andy Summers, Stewart Copeland and Sting on their farewell tour.
This Buenos Aires concert captures Andy Summers, Stewart Copeland and Sting on their farewell tour.
The Metropolitan Opera Opening Night Starring Rene
(#3407)
Soprano Renee Fleming performs in Verdi's La Traviata, Massenet's Manon and Strauss's Capriccio.
Soprano Renee Fleming performs in Verdi's La Traviata, Massenet's Manon and Strauss's Capriccio.
Chess In Concert
(#3315)
Adam Pascal and Josh Groban headline a musical about romance and an international chess tournament.
Adam Pascal and Josh Groban headline a musical about romance and an international chess tournament.
King Lear
(#3314)
Sir Ian McKellen stars in the enduring, haunting work presented by the Royal Shakespeare Company.
Sir Ian McKellen stars in the enduring, haunting work presented by the Royal Shakespeare Company.
The New York Philharmonic: Live From North Korea
(#3311)
Lorin Maazel leads the orchestra in Dvorak's Symphony No. 9 in this historic concert from Pyongyang.
Lorin Maazel leads the orchestra in Dvorak's Symphony No. 9 in this historic concert from Pyongyang.
Primo
(#3310)
Sir Antony Sher stars in a play recounting the Holocaust experiences of Italian chemist Primo Levi.
Sir Antony Sher stars in a play recounting the Holocaust experiences of Italian chemist Primo Levi.
Vivere: Andrea Bocelli Live In Tuscany
(#3302)
The superstar returns to his native Italy for a concert of his greatest hits along some new songs.
The superstar returns to his native Italy for a concert of his greatest hits along some new songs.
Great Moments At The Met: Viewer's Choice
(#3215)
A showcase of fans' favorite televised Met moments, chosen through online voting.
A showcase of fans' favorite televised Met moments, chosen through online voting.
The Israel Philharmonic 70th Anniversary Gala Conc
(#3214)
Maestro Zubin Mehta and the orchestra perform classics such as Maurice Ravel's "La Valse."
Maestro Zubin Mehta and the orchestra perform classics such as Maurice Ravel's "La Valse."
Lionel Richie: Live In Paris
(#3213)
The Grammy Award-winning singer songwriter performs his trademark hits, as well as new favorites.
The Grammy Award-winning singer songwriter performs his trademark hits, as well as new favorites.
Dance In America: Dancing In The Light
(#3210)
Explore the role that African American dancers have played in the development of modern dance.
Explore the role that African American dancers have played in the development of modern dance.
From Vienna: The New Year's Celebration 2007
(#3206)
Walter Cronkite hosts as the renowned Vienna Philharmonic performs waltzes and timeless favorite.
Walter Cronkite hosts as the renowned Vienna Philharmonic performs waltzes and timeless favorite.
Beverly Sills: Made In America
(#3202)
Profiles one of opera's homegrown stars who circled the globe triumphing in a host of leading roles.
Profiles one of opera's homegrown stars who circled the globe triumphing in a host of leading roles.
Liza With A 'Z'
(#3115)
Vittorio: Dreams Of Rome
(#3111)
One of the most talented tenors of his generation performs selections from his debut album.
One of the most talented tenors of his generation performs selections from his debut album.
Color Me Barbra
(#3106)
Michael Buble: Caught In The Act
(#3015)
From Shtetl To Swing
(#3013)
Cook, Dixon & Young In Concert
(#3012)
Andrea Bocelli: Tribute On Ice
(#3008)
One Night With Rod Stewart
(#3007)
Bill Irwin: Clown Prince
(#3004)
Josh Groban Live At The Greek
(#3003)
John Lennon's Jukebox
(#3001)
Broadway's Lost Treasures II
(#2914)
Concert For George
(#2908)
Degas And The Dance
(#2906)
Harry Connick,jr.: Only You
(#2904)
Carnegie Hall Opening Night 2002
(#2802)
The Making Of 'The Misfits'
(#2801)
Kiss Me, Kate
(#2711)
Romeo And Juliet
(#2709)
Kurosawa
(#2707)
The Art Of Violin
(#2703)
Dance In America: Holo Mai Pele
(#2619)
Dance In America: Free To Dance
(#2617)
Dance In America: Free To Dance
(#2616)
Rudolf Nureyev's Don Quixote
(#2614)
Jesus Christ Superstar
(#2613)
Don Giovanni Unmasked
(#2612)
Copland's America
(#2608)
Carnegie Hall Opening Night 2000
(#2603)
LA Traviata From Paris
(#2601)
Can't Stop Now
(#2516)
LA Forza Del Destino
(#2515)
Play On!
(#2514)
The Art Of Piano
(#2513)
Andrew Lloyd Webber's 'Requiem'
(#2510)
Central Park
(#2507)
Andrea Bocelli: Sacred Arias
(#2504)
The Gershwins' 'Crazy For You'
(#2502)
A Long Day's Journey Into Night
(#2416)
'Turandot' At The Forbidden City
(#2414)
Star Crossed Lovers
(#2411)
The Noel Coward Story
(#2409)
Pavarotti And Friends
(#2404)
Cats
(#2403)
Zizi--Je T'aime
(#2402)
The Elixir Of Love
(#2316)
Sam Shepard's 'True West'
(#2315)
Sam Shepard: Stalking Himself
(#2314)
Swan Lake
(#2313)
Porgy & Bess: An American Voice
(#2308)
Creating Ragtime
(#2307)
Henry V At Shakespeare's Globe
(#2302)
Madame Butterfly
(#2214)
Burt Bacharach: This Is Now
(#2212)
Emmeline
(#2211)
The Story Of Gospel Music
(#2209)
Robert Altman's Jazz '34
(#2208)
Dido And Aeneas
(#2203)
Divas!
(#2114)
LA Cenerentola
(#2112)
Peter, Paul And Mary - Lifelines
(#2111)
Les Miserables In Concert
(#2110)
The Rake's Progress
(#2109)
The Sleeping Beauty
(#2106)
Pavarotti: My World
(#2105)