American Roots
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
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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.
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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.
Extras + Features
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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.
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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.
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"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."
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"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."
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"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."
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"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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"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."
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Episode 1 Preview | Broadway
S1 E1 - 30s
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").
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"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."
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