One Voice: The Songs We Share

American Roots

26m 9s

Our musical pasts create our shared musical future. American Roots explores the many cultures and traditions across our country that came together to create what we know as American popular music. Indigenous music, folk, spirituals and more, this episode celebrates this uniquely American music and how it has transcended across all boundaries.

Episodes

American Roots

S1 E4 - 26m 9s

Our musical pasts create our shared musical future. American Roots explores the many cultures and traditions across our country that came together to create what we know as American popular music. Indigenous music, folk, spirituals and more, this episode celebrates this uniquely American music and how it has transcended across all boundaries.
Country

S1 E3 - 26m 3s

Once deemed the folk music of working class Americans, country music has reached unprecedented popularity, both in the United States and around the globe. This episode explores this singularly American art form and its rich musical history.
The Sacred

S1 E2 - 25m 48s

"The Sacred" features Justin Guarini ("American Idol"), Maureen McKay (Metropolitan Opera), Daniel Colaner (16-year old prodigy artist and cancer survivor), and Broadway star Adam Hyndman. Hosted by Michelle Williams of Destiny's Child.
Broadway

S1 E1 - 26m 2s

Join Luke Hawkins ("A Cole Porter" opposite Harry Connick, Jr), Amber Iman ("Hamilton"), Alexis Michelle ("RuPaul's Drag Race"), and more. Hosted by Tony Award winner Jessie Mueller ("Beautiful: The Carol King Musical").

Extras + Features

Episode 4 Preview | American Roots

S1 E4 - 30s

Our musical pasts create our shared musical future. American Roots explores the many cultures and traditions across our country that came together to create what we know as American popular music. Indigenous music, folk, spirituals and more, this episode celebrates this uniquely American music and how it has transcended across all boundaries.
Episode 3 Preview | Country

S1 E3 - 30s

Once deemed the folk music of working class Americans, country music has reached unprecedented popularity, both in the United States and around the globe. This episode explores this singularly American art form and its rich musical history.
"Joshua Fit the Battle of Jericho" - Michelle Williams & APO

S1 E2 - 2m 8s

Host Michelle Williams and the American Pops Orchestra perform the classic gospel tune, "Joshua Fit the Battle of Jericho."
"Touch the Hem of His Garment" - Justin Guarini & APO

S1 E2 - 2m 16s

Broadway and recording artist Justin Guarini & the American Pops Orchestra perform Sam Cooke's classic song, "Touch the Hem of His Garment."
"The Seeker" - Adam Hyndman and APO

S1 E2 - 3m 13s

Broadway star Adam Hyndman and the American Pops Orchestra perform Dolly Parton's classic song, "The Seeker."
"It's De-Lovely" - Luke Hawkins and APO

S1 E1 - 2m 2s

Tap icon Luke Hawkins and the American Pops Orchestra perform a special arrangement of the classic tune, "It's De-Lovely."
"I Am What I Am" - Alexis Michelle and APO

S1 E1 - 2m 35s

Drag queen Alexis Michelle and the American Pops Orchestra perform the iconic song, "I Am What I Am."
"Home" - Amber Iman and APO

S1 E1 - 3m 8s

Broadway star Amber Iman and the American Pops Orchestra perform Diana Ross's standout hit from the musical "The Wiz," "Home."

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