Continuum: Jason Moran & Christian McBride
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.
Episodes
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Continuum: Jason Moran & Christian McBride
S1 E5 - 55m 39s
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.
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Ballet Hispánico’s Doña Perón
S1 E4 - 1h 25m
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.
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The Roots Residency
S1 E3 - 55m 27s
Hip Hop legends The Roots give an electrifying performance during their residency at the Kennedy Center. Beyond the stage, the band endeavors to inspire others and explore the depths of their creative potential.
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A Joni Mitchell Songbook
S1 E2 - 55m 39s
The indomitable influence of Joni Mitchell is celebrated with an all-star lineup at the Kennedy Center, led by multi-Grammy Award winner Vince Mendoza and accompanied by the National Symphony Orchestra. This one-of-a-kind concert includes performances by Renée Fleming, Lalah Hathaway, Jimmie Herrod, Raul Midón, and Aoife O’Donovan.
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Let My Children Hear Mingus
S1 E1 - 55m 5s
The Kennedy Center celebrates jazz icon and social activist Charles Mingus at 100. Through performances and conversations, we explore how his outsized personality and inimitable style pushed boundaries and paved the way for future generations.
Extras + Features
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The Halluci Nation Perform in the Skylight Pavilion
S2 E2 - 7m 44s
Electronic music pioneers The Halluci Nation perform “Stadium Pow Wow," "Maima Koopi" and "Sharpshooter” in the Kennedy Center’s Skylight Pavilion. The duo, Ehrin “Bear Witness” Thomas and Tim “2oolman” Hill pay homage to the energy and momentum of Ottawa’s Electric Pow Wow gatherings while pointing to where the future is headed.
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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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'The Consequences of Jealousy'
S2 E1 - 7m 13s
Meshell Ndegeocello and Kyle Abraham perform “The Consequences of Jealousy” with Robert Glasper and the Black Radio Orchestra. 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.
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Lalah Hathaway and Robert Glasper Perform 'Cherish the Day'
S2 E1 - 4m 58s
Lalah Hathaway performs “Cherish the Day” with Robert Glasper and the Black Radio Orchestra. 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.
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Bilal Performs 'All Matter' with Robert Glasper
S2 E1 - 7m 20s
Bilal performs “All Matter” with Robert Glasper and the Black Radio Orchestra. 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.
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Episode 1 Preview
S2 E1 - 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.
Schedule
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Next at the Kennedy Center
Let My Children Hear Mingus
Friday
Oct 6
1 Hour
Celebrating jazz artist and social activist Charles Mingus at 100 through performances and conversations. -
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Next at the Kennedy Center
Let My Children Hear Mingus
Friday
Oct 6
1 Hour
Celebrating jazz artist and social activist Charles Mingus at 100 through performances and conversations. -
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Next at the Kennedy Center
Let My Children Hear Mingus
Saturday
Oct 7
1 Hour
Celebrating jazz artist and social activist Charles Mingus at 100 through performances and conversations. -
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Next at the Kennedy Center
Let My Children Hear Mingus
Saturday
Oct 7
1 Hour
Celebrating jazz artist and social activist Charles Mingus at 100 through performances and conversations. -
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Next at the Kennedy Center
Let My Children Hear Mingus
Thursday
Oct 12
1 Hour
Celebrating jazz artist and social activist Charles Mingus at 100 through performances and conversations. -
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Next at the Kennedy Center
Robert Glasper's Black Radio
Friday
Oct 13
1 Hour
Grammy Award-winning pianist, composer and producer Robert Glasper celebrates the 10th anniversary of his album "Black Radio." -
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Next at the Kennedy Center
Robert Glasper's Black Radio
Friday
Oct 13
1 Hour
Grammy Award-winning pianist, composer and producer Robert Glasper celebrates the 10th anniversary of his album "Black Radio." -
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Next at the Kennedy Center
Ballet Hispanico's Dona Perón
Friday
Oct 13
1 Hour 30 Minutes
Ballet Hispanico explores the life and legacy of Evita Perón, following her journey from dancehall performer to becoming Argentina's first lady and her sudden death. -
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Next at the Kennedy Center
Ballet Hispanico's Dona Perón
Friday
Oct 13
1 Hour 30 Minutes
Ballet Hispanico explores the life and legacy of Evita Perón, following her journey from dancehall performer to becoming Argentina's first lady and her sudden death. -
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Next at the Kennedy Center
Robert Glasper's Black Radio
Saturday
Oct 14
1 Hour
Grammy Award-winning pianist, composer and producer Robert Glasper celebrates the 10th anniversary of his album "Black Radio." -
Image
Next at the Kennedy Center
Ballet Hispanico's Dona Perón
Saturday
Oct 14
1 Hour 30 Minutes
Ballet Hispanico explores the life and legacy of Evita Perón, following her journey from dancehall performer to becoming Argentina's first lady and her sudden death. -
Image
Next at the Kennedy Center
Robert Glasper's Black Radio
Saturday
Oct 14
1 Hour
Grammy Award-winning pianist, composer and producer Robert Glasper celebrates the 10th anniversary of his album "Black Radio." -
Image
Next at the Kennedy Center
Ballet Hispanico's Dona Perón
Saturday
Oct 14
1 Hour 30 Minutes
Ballet Hispanico explores the life and legacy of Evita Perón, following her journey from dancehall performer to becoming Argentina's first lady and her sudden death.
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