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PIAZZOLLA'S: HISTORY WITH TANGO
FRIDAY, APRIL 7, 8 PM

Tango to Buenos Aires, Argentina, with host Scott Yoo and flutist Alice Dade to explore the evolution of composer Astor Piazzolla's work and the music genre itself as it becomes fused with jazz across time and numerous instruments.

• WTVP-HD 47.1 - Fri, 04/07/2023 @ 8 PM
• WTVP-HD 47.1 - Sat, 04/08/2023 @ 12 AM
• WTVP-HD 47.1 - Mon, 04/10/2023 @ 2 AM

STARSTRUCK:
GENE KELLY’S LOVE LETTER TO BALLET
FRIDAY, APRIL 7, 9 PM

One of the first choreographers to bring the American style to Europe, the legendary Gene Kelly was invited to create an original work for the Paris Opera Ballet in 1960. His jazzy, joyful Pas de Dieux was highly acclaimed at the time but has been rarely performed since. The Scottish Ballet has lovingly revived the original ballet and added a delightful new twist.

• WTVP-HD 47.1 - Fri, 04/07/2023 @ 9 PM
• WTVP-HD 47.1 - Sat, 04/08/2023 @ 1 AM

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SCHUMANN: GENIUS AND MADNESS
FRIDAY, APRIL 14, 8 PM

Visit Scotland, Germany and France with host Scott Yoo as he investigates the connection between Robert Schumann's bipolar disorder and creative genius via experts, musical performances and examining the work of other artists outside the world of music.

• WTVP-HD 47.1 - Fri, 04/14/2023 @ 8 PM
• WTVP-HD 47.1 - Sat, 04/15/2023 @ 12 AM
• WTVP-HD 47.1 - Mon, 04/17/2023 @ 2 AM

NEXT AT THE KENNEDY CENTER
BALLET HISPANICO'S DOÑA PERON
FRIDAY, APRIL 14, 9 PM

Ballet Hispánico explores Evita Perón's diverging legacies in this invigorating and emotional work. Her rags-to-riches story is interpreted through movement — following her journey from dancehall performer to Argentina's First Lady and sudden death.
 

• WTVP-HD 47.1 - Fri, 04/14/2023 @ 9 PM
• WTVP-HD 47.1 - Sat, 04/15/2023 @ 1 AM

PEORIA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA CONCERT
SUNDAY, APRIL 16, 5:30 PM

• WTVP-HD 47.1 - Sun, 04/16/2023 @ 5:30 PM

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ANDY AKIHO FOUND (HIS) SOUND
FRIDAY, APRIL 21, 8 PM

Experience the creation of music from this Japanese American composer with host Scott Yoo using "found" instruments. To develop a music video, the two visit New York City and explore the creative process with an interactive light show and more.

• WTVP-HD 47.1 - Fri, 04/21/2023 @ 8 PM
• WTVP-HD 47.1 - Sat, 04/22/2023 @ 12 AM
• WTVP-HD 47.1 - Mon, 04/24/2023 @ 2 AM

NEXT AT THE KENNEDY CENTER CONTINUUM
JASON MORAN AND CHRISTIAN MCBRIDE
FRIDAY, APRIL 21, 9 PM

Music icons Jason Moran and Christian McBride collaborate for an electrifying performance at the Kennedy Center. They share stories about their legendary teachers and introduce us to their remarkable protégés.

• WTVP-HD 47.1 - Fri, 04/21/2023 @ 9 PM
• WTVP-HD 47.1 - Sat, 04/22/2023 @ 1 AM

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ALBENIZ: PORTRAITS OF SPAIN
FRIDAY, APRIL 28, 8 PM

Discover the inspirations Spain provided composer Isaac Albéniz with host Scott Yoo and Scottish Grammy-winning guitarist David Russell, along with musicians from Albéniz's birthplace in the Pyrenees mountains, Sevilla, Mallorca and more.

• WTVP-HD 47.1 - Fri, 04/28/2023 @ 8 PM
• WTVP-HD 47.1 - Sat, 04/29/2023 @ 12 AM

INTERNATIONAL JAZZ DAY FROM THE UNITED NATIONS
FRIDAY, APRIL 28, 9 PM

Jazz stars from around the globe come together to celebrate the unifying power of music, featuring performances by Herbie Hancock, David Sanborn, Shemekia Copeland, Gregory Porter, Lizz Wright, José James, Hiromi, Marcus Miller, Ravi Coltrane and more.

• WTVP-HD 47.1 - Fri, 04/28/2023 @ 9 PM
• WTVP-HD 47.1 - Sat, 04/29/2023 @ 1 AM