Episodes
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Joshua Redman where are we
S2 E5 - 55m 43s
Renowned jazz saxophonist Joshua Redman performs songs from his new album, where are we, as he explores the myths and realities of life in America. He is accompanied on this journey by soulful vocalist Gabrielle Cavassa and an all-star ensemble featuring Aaron Parks (piano), Joe Sanders (bass), and Brian Blade (drums).
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Ben Folds Presents Declassified
S2 E4 - 55m 43s
Ben Folds invites the virtuosic Jacob Collier, rising jazz superstar Laufey, and chart-topping English singer-songwriter dodie, to join him and the National Symphony Orchestra to reimagine their music through an orchestral lens.
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Cynthia Erivo & Friends: A New Year’s Eve Celebration
S2 E3 - 55m 9s
Cynthia Erivo, enchanting star of the stage and screen, invites you to ring in the New Year with her magnificent friends Ben Platt and Joaquina Kalukango as they bring their powerful voices and favorite songs to the Kennedy Center stage.
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Embracing Duality: Modern Indigenous Culture
S2 E2 - 55m 43s
In partnership with electronic music pioneers The Halluci Nation, R&B artist Martha Redbone, and
performance artist Ty Defoe, The Kennedy Center explores the impact and evolution of indigenous
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Robert Glasper's Black Radio
S2 E1 - 55m 30s
Robert Glasper, five-time Grammy Award-winning pianist, composer, and producer, invites his tightly knit community of collaborators to celebrate the 10th anniversary of his iconic, award-winning, and cross-genre revolutionary album — "Black Radio." Accompanied by Lalah Hathaway, Meshell Ndegeocello, Bilal, and many more, Glasper reimagines his seminal album.
Extras + Features
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“Streets of Philadelphia”
S2 E5 - 5m 8s
Joshua Redman and his ensemble give an entirely new interpretation of Bruce Springsteen's "Streets of Philadelphia." Led by Redman's longing sax and Cavassa's haunting voice, the band takes us into the life of a person's struggle to persevere in the face of overwhelming difficulty.
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Joshua Redman where are we Preview
S2 E5 - 30s
Renowned jazz saxophonist Joshua Redman performs songs from his new album, where are we, as he explores the myths and realities of life in America. He is accompanied on this journey by soulful vocalist Gabrielle Cavassa and an all-star ensemble featuring Aaron Parks (piano), Joe Sanders (bass), and Brian Blade (drums).
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"After Minneapolis (face toward mo[u]rning)"
S2 E5 - 6m 31s
Feeling motivated in the days following the murder of George Floyd, Joshua Redman wrote "After Minneapolis." It's his first song ever to be consciously connected to a moment in his life and his first with lyrics. He is joined on stage for this performance by an all-star ensemble featuring Gabrielle Cavassa (vocals), Aaron Parks (piano), Joe Sanders (Bass), and Brian Blade (drums).
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Ben Folds Presents Declassified - Preview
S2 E4 - 30s
Ben Folds invites the virtuosic Jacob Collier, rising jazz superstar Laufey, and chart-topping English singer-songwriter dodie, to join him and the National Symphony Orchestra to reimagine their music through an orchestral lens.
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Laufey, dodie, Jacob Collier Deliver 'Wild Mountain Thyme'
S2 E4 - 9m 59s
Laufey, dodie, and Jacob Collier deliver the ode, "Wild Mountain Thyme," combining their talents in a fascinating musicality blend. The artists stun in their solos as well as their melodic intertwining, with Collier encouraging the audience to engage in a fun twist of events.
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Jazz Artist Laufey Performs 'From The Start'
S2 E4 - 3m 34s
Jazz artist, Laufey, joins the National Symphony Orchestra to perform a refreshing rendition of her piece "From the Start." Laufey’s vocal and instrumental skills take over the stage while the orchestra kicks off the contemporary jazz tone that provides a new sentiment and meaning for listeners.
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Preview
S2 E3 - 30s
Cynthia Erivo, enchanting star of the stage and screen, invites you to ring in the New Year with her magnificent friends Ben Platt and Joaquina Kalukango as they bring their powerful voices and favorite songs to the Kennedy Center stage.
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Cynthia Erivo, Joaquina Kalukango Sing 'Killing Me Softly'
S2 E3 - 5m 11s
"The Color Purple" co-stars Cynthia Erivo and Joaquina Kalukango perform the Hip Hop Trio Fugees’ funky rendition of "Killing Me Softly." The global hit steeped in unrequited love is told by two friends, whose friendship can be felt through the screen.
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A Powerhouse Performance of 'Nothing Compares 2 U'
S2 E3 - 4m 26s
Through a powerhouse performance of Prince’s chart-topping hit, "Nothing Compares 2 U," Cynthia Erivo enters the New Year in unforgettable style. Filling every note with soul, Erivo shares her heart with the audience through this timeless tale of love.
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Episode 2 Preview
S2 E2 - 30s
In partnership with electronic music pioneers The Halluci Nation, R&B artist Martha Redbone, and
performance artist Ty Defoe, The Kennedy Center explores the impact and evolution of indigenous
performing arts cultures. -
Two-Spirit Performance Artist Ty Defoe Performs 'Hoop Dance'
S2 E2 - 5m 23s
Through one of the oldest native dances, Grammy Award-winner and two-spirit performance artist Ty Defoe performs “Hoop Dance” on the Kennedy Center Reach grounds in a celebration of life’s interconnectedness.
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Martha Redbone Performs 'Garden of Love'
S2 E2 - 4m 55s
In a unique blend of folk, blues, and gospel, R&B artist Martha Redbone performs "Garden of Love" on the Kennedy Center’s Rooftop Terrace in a tribute to her African American and Indigenous roots.
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