Celebrate on the Fourth

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  Fred Vigeant is WITF's Director of Programming and Promotions for TV and Radio. Fred manages the schedules for our radio and television platforms. He also analyzes audience research and manages the public affairs program Smart Talk. Previously, Fred was at WRVO in Oswego, NY for 12 years serving in various roles including Program Director and before that Operations Manager. Fred graduated from the State University of New York College at Oswego with a B.A. in Mass Communications and Broadcasting.

WITF presents a special lineup of programs on our television service. Our regular Saturday schedule returns the following week.

 

10:00am – The Gettysburg Story – The story of Gettysburg is told with breathtaking imagery of legendary places of the battlefield.

11:00am – Ride Along the Lincoln Highway – The history and wonderful landmarks found along the first coast-to-coast highway are chronicled.

12:00pm – The Great Ride – Two married military veterans ride over 355 miles of bike trail from Washington, D.C. to Pittsburgh.

1:00pm – Potomac By Air – America’s history is explored with an aerial trip along the striking curves of the Potomac River.

2:00pm – Penn’s Woods – Follow the chronology of PA’s Environmental History highlighting the accomplishments and challenges we’ve faced along the way.

3:00pm – Anthem – This documentary tells the story behind Francis Scott Key’s creation of “The Star-Spangled Banner.”

4:00pm – Jazz Ambassadors: United States Army Field Band – The Jazz Ambassadors, the United States Army’s premiere touring big band, perform music of the era.

5:00pm – U.S. Marine Band: An All-Star Orchestra Special #101 – The beloved folk melodies and lively dances of Grainger’s “Lincolnshire Posy” are highlighted.

6:00pm – U.S. Marine Band: An All-Star Orchestra Special #102 – Revolutionary War melodies provide the inspiration for William Schuman’s “New England Triptych.”

7:00pm – The Best of the Boston Pops – Many of the greatest moments from the world-renowned orchestra’s 129-year history are showcased.

8:00pm – A Capitol Fourth – Celebrate America’s 244th birthday with an all-star musical extravaganza and amazing fireworks. More information…

9:30pm – A Capitol Fourth – Replay of the 8:00pm broadcast

11:00pm – Music specials broadcast all night with Austin City Limits and Live from the Artists Den.