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International Jazz Day

A look back at 10 years of historic International Jazz Day concerts featuring dozens of music icons. Watch unforgettable performances by Herbie Hancock, Wynton Marsalis, Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Annie Lennox, Hugh Masekela and many more.

By Fred Vigeant

Foundation grant aids Pittsburgh’s Black opera landmark

The Richard King Mellon Foundation announced it was awarding $500,000 to efforts to restore the National Negro Opera Company House.

By Bill O'Driscoll/WESA

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Never Too Late: The Doc Severinsen Story

Explore the career of Doc Severinsen, bandleader to “The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson.”

By Fred Vigeant

Dolly Parton & Friends: 50 Years at the Opry

Join the eight-time Grammy Award-winning country music superstar and special guests for a musical tribute

By Fred Vigeant

Once in A Hundred Years

This documentary traces the arc of Marian Anderson’s life and her struggles against racism and poverty.

By Fred Vigeant


The Voice of Freedom

Voice of Freedom interweaves Marian Anderson’s rich life story with this landmark moment in history, exploring fundamental questions about talent, race, fame, democracy, and the American soul.

By Fred Vigeant
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