Music in February 2021

See why great American jazz artists Louis Armstrong, Dizzy Gillespie and Duke Ellington faced a painful dilemma when asked to travel the world as cultural ambassadors. Leslie Odom, Jr. narrates a Cold War story of music, diplomacy and civil rights.
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Discover how the Cold War and Civil Rights movement collided in a music story of diplomacy
Watch some of host Gustavo Dudamel’s favorite performances throughout the years.
Watch a few of Gustavo Dudamel’s favorite performances from throughout the years: Swan Lake with American Ballet Theatre principal dancer Misty Copeland, Dvorák’s Cello Concerto with Pablo Ferrández and Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony.
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Vin Scully narrates Lincoln Portrait with Gustavo Dudamel and the LA Philharmonic Carlos Vives sings La Tierra de Olvido, La Gota Fria while Café Tacvba performs El Baile y El Salon. Siudy Garrido dances flamenco to Manuel de Falla’s El Amor Brujo.
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Immerse yourself in music that has crossed countries to bring joy to audiences.
Grab a front-row seat for the Grammy Award-winning artist’s epic concert.
Grab a front row seat for the Grammy Award-winning artist’s epic concert, captured at two sold out arenas. Featuring smash hits from her Fleetwood Mac and solo careers, with introspective stories about her personal and professional lives.
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Songs at the Center showcases singer-songwriters performing at the McConnell Arts Center and other select venues. The weekly series includes performances, artist interviews and special features.
Episode #608 - Eric Gnezda hosts performances by Doc Robinson and Ohio songwriting legend Alex Bevan.
Episode # 609 - Country Music Hall of Fame Inductee Don Schlitz discusses songwriting in his home office.
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