The most recent programs for the Music Tag http://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?topic=168 en-US Copyright 2013, National Cable Satellite Corporation info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Thu, 23 May 2013 10:40:48 GMT Professor Randy Roberts talked about the connections between popular culture and World War II in films such as [Casablanca] and [The Fighting Seabees] and in songs such as "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy of Company B." Professor Roberts also described how patriotic sentiments made their way into comic books like Captain America. He responded to questions from students in the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308683-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308683-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT On June 18, 1812, the United States declared war on Great Britain. At a commemoration of the start of the War of 1812, National Park Service Historian Vince Vaise called in from Fort McHenry. He told the story of the fort bombardment and the creation of the [Star-Spangled Banner]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306400-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306400-2 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Maggie Warwick talked about the history of The Louisiana Hayride as she gave a tour of the Shreveport Municipal Memorial Auditorium. The auditorium was the home of this radio and later television country music show broadcast that had its heyday from 1948-1960. The program helped to launch the careers of some of the greatest names in American country and western music, including Elvis Presley. Many audio clips were played. C-SPAN's Local Content Vehicles (LCVs) made a stop in their "2012 LCV Cities Tour" in Shreveport, Louisiana, on February 6-9 to feature the history and literary life of the community. Working with the Comcast local cable affiliate, they visited literary and historic sites where local historians, authors, and civic leaders were interviewed. The history segments air on American History TV (AHTV) on C-SPAN3 and the literary events/non-fiction author segments air on BookTV on C-SPAN2. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304646-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304646-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Early American music historian David Hildebrand talked about the creation of the national anthem. He told how the Battle of Fort McHenry during the War of 1812 inspired Francis Scott Key to write the lyrics to the "Star-Spangled Banner." He talked about musical expressions of patriotism during and after the war of 1812. He illustrated his points with slides and music. Mr. Hildebrand also responded to questions from members of the audience. "'O Say Can You See': The Story of the Star Spangled Banner" was part of the Maryland Historical Society Francis Scott Key Lecture Series, held in France Hall. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302069-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302069-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT William Adler recounts the life of labor activist Joe Hill (1879-1915). A member of the labor union the Industrial Workers of the World (I.W.W.), Joe Hill was known for his outspoken politics and the many songs he wrote and performed championing workers' rights. Mr. Adler examines Joe Hill's political life and his death by firing squad in Utah for the murder of a Salt Lake City grocer, a crime the author contends Joe Hill did not commit. At this event at Book Passage Bookstore in Corte Madera, California, Mr. Adler was joined by singer/songwriter Jon Fromer, the recipient of the 2011 Joe Hill Lifetime Achievement Award from the Labor Heritage Foundation. Mr. Fromer, accompanying himself with guitar, punctuated the talk with some of Joe Hill's songs. William Adler also responded to questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303601-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303601-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Adam Goodheart, author of [1861: The Civil War Awakening], talked about the roles of General George B. McClellan and Julia Ward Howe in the November 20, 1861, "Grand Review" of some 70,000 Union soldiers at Bailey's Crossroads, Virginia. He was interviewed at their portraits in a Civil War exhibit at the National Portrait Gallery. This was part of a series of interviews produced as short bridging segments for a January 2, 2012, Civil War marathon on American History TV. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303220-7 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303220-7 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT University of Michigan history professor Kevin Gaines gave a lecture on the music of the civil rights and black power movement. Several song clips were featured during the class as well as slides. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302987-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302987-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT In his book Will Kaufman takes a look at folk singer Woody Guthrie's political activism throughout the Great Depression, World War II, the Cold War, the Korean War, the McCarthy era, and the Civil Rights era. At this event held by Barnes & Noble Booksellers in New York City, he gave an audio-visual presentation of Woody Guthrie's life and career, accompanying himself on guitar. Professor Kaufman concluded his presentation with some of the original little-known anti-capitalist verses of the singer-songwriter's best-known song, "This Land Is Your Land." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301518-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301518-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Jerry Schilling talked about the meeting of Elvis Presley and President Richard Nixon in the Oval Office on December 21, 1970, and the events that led up to it. Jerry Schilling became friends with Elvis Presley in 1954 in Memphis, Tennessee. After Mr. Presley achieved stardom, he asked Mr. Schilling to join his team of bodyguards, who often functioned as personal assistants. Jerry Schilling was present in the Oval Office when Mr. Presley met President Nixon. This is a portion of an interview conducted by Timothy Naftali on February 17, 2007, in Yorba Linda, California, for the Nixon Presidential Materials Staff at the National Archives and Records Administration, soon to be part of the Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300774-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300774-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Harlan Greene gave a tour of historic Charleston. At the Jenkins Orphanage he talked about the building's history and its role in the birth of the Jazz Age and "the Charleston" dance. C-SPAN's Local Content Vehicles (LCVs) made a stop in their "2011 LCV Cities Tour" in Charleston, South Carolina, on June 27-July 1 to feature the history and literary life of the community. Working with the Comcast local cable affiliate, they visited literary and historic sites where local historians, authors, and civic leaders were interviewed. The history segments air on American History TV (AHTV) on C-SPAN3 and the literary events/non-fiction author segments air on BookTV on C-SPAN2. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300461-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300461-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Civil War re-enactor Jeff Baldwin demonstrated Civil War era fiddle music at Manassas National Battlefield Park on the 150th Anniversary of the First Battle of Bull Run. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300645-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300645-2 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Cleveland State University Professor Regennia Williams teaches a course "African-American History Through Sacred Music." The day's class focused on the music of Duke Ellington, including the significance of his "Sacred Concert" in 1965. Music was demonstrated by vocalist Me'na and pianist Theron Brown. Songs performed included "Take the 'A' Train," "Come Sunday," "Stormy Weather," and "God Bless the Child." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298338-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298338-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Sean Wilentz, history professor at Princeton University, explores the historical and cultural influences that according to the author have played a significant role in Bob Dylan's songwriting career. From Popular Front ideology and the working class anthems of Woody Guthrie and Pete Seeger to Civil War era poetry and the Blues artists of the South. Sean Wilentz discussed his book at Barnes & Noble in New York City. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295708-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295708-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Songs of the Civil War era were presented. Sung by soldiers in camps and on the march, the songs were learned by the people at home and performed at rallies and family musicales. Ranging from songs of abolition to sentimental ballads, portrayals of army life, and patriotic anthems, they represent the attitudes, values and beliefs of both the Union and Confederacy. Performers included singer Cindy Miller and singer and pianist Alan Jones. Music historian Michael Lasser placed the songs in historical context. The program "No Army Without Music: The Songs of the Civil War" was held in the McGowan Theater in conjunction with the National Archives exhibition, "Discovering the Civil War," marking the sesquicentennial of the Civil War. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295052-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295052-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Howard Dodson and Portia Maultsby discussed the social commentary in the music of Curtis Mayfield and The Impressions and the integral relationship his music had with the Civil Rights Movement. Some musical selections were played. The panelists responded to questions from members of the audience. Professor Andrews moderated. "Curtis Mayfield: The Man, The Music, The Movement: A Conversation with Mr. Howard Dodson and Dr. Portia K. Maultsby" was an event of the National Black Arts Festival hosted by the Jimmy Carter Library and Museum. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294119-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294119-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Larry Schweikart talked about his book [Seven Events That Made America America: And Proved That the Founding Fathers Were Right All Along] (Sentinel, 2010). In his book he recounts seven events in American history that he contends changed the social and political course of the country. In his address he concentrated on the contribution of rock and roll music to the fall of the Soviet Union. He also played trailer for his forthcoming film [Rockin' the Wall]. Mr. Schweikart also responded to questions from members of the audience at the Seventeenth Annual Eagle Forum Collegians Leadership Summit. The annual conference that brings together conservative speakers, authors and college students was held at The Heritage Foundation in Washington, D.C. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294588-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294588-3 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Sergeant Joe Roos talked by telephone about his music video, [Troop]. A clip of the video was shown. [Troop] honors all service members but is from the perspective of a Soldier of the 34th Red Bull Infantry Division. The video was shot and produced during the Red Bull's deployment to Basra, Iraq. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293806-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293806-3 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291140-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291140-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT [Rolling Stone] contributing editor and author of four previous books discussed what he believes is the rapidly approaching death of the recording industry. He chronicled the recording industry's mistakes, as the digital age advanced and the role federal courts have played in providing a lifeline to the industry through the steady stream of infringement lawsuits that are upheld. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291912-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291912-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Terry Teachout talked about his biography of Louis Armstrong called [Pops: A Life of Louis Armstrong] (Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, 2009). Louis Armstrong was a jazz musician who influenced the music and culture of the 20th century. Mr. Teachout talked about Louie Armstrong's public life, including his experiences with segregation while touring and his overseas tours. Topics included his disagreement with President Eisenhower over race, calling the president "two faced" and having "no guts" while fellow musicians such as Dizzy Gillespie accussed Mr. Armstrong of being an "Uncle Tom." Mr. Teachout talked about writing the biography. Video clips of Louis Armstrong were shown. Other topics included Mr. Teachout's other work, and his previous books, including [The Skeptic: A Life of H.L. Mencken]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291150-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291150-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Michael Lang talked about his memoir [The Road to Woodstock: From the Man Behind the Legendary Festival] (Ecco; June 30, 2009). A co-founder of the Woodstock Music Festival, he recounts the creation and execution of the concert including the booking of the acts, several of whom were unknown at the time, and the procurement of Max Yasgur's farm in upstate New York that would be used as the concert venue. He talked with his co-writer, Holly George-Warren, and then they both responded to questions from members of the audience. Michael Lang was the co-creator of the Woodstock Music and Art Fair. He is currently the head of the Michael Lang Organization, which manages live-event and film and theater productions. Mr. Lang has produced several other festivals, including the concert at the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989 and Woodstock '94. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288311-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288311-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Award-winning singer, songwriter and pianist Billy Joel talked about his career and played some of his songs. He spoke about celebrity endorsements of political candidates. He responded to questions submitted by members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/281957-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/281957-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT John McWhorter talked about his book, [All about the Beat: Why Hip-Hop Can't Save Black America], published by Gotham. In his book Mr. McWhorter argues that hip-hop and rap are counterproductive instruments within the African-American community and that the political and social contributions of hip-hop music have been overblown and that hip-hop should not be seen as a vehicle for political activism. He claims that rappers are too focused on relatively trivial issues facing the African-American community, like police brutality, yet ignore more important issues such as HIV/AIDS. Following his remarks Mr. McWhorter answered questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/280399-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/280399-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Leonard Slatkin addressed a National Press Club luncheon and reflected on his twelve years with the National Symphony Orchestra. Mr. Slatkin will be leaving to become musical director for the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. After his speech, he responded to questions from audience members. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/205251-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/205251-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Terrence Jones of Wolf Trap Foundation brought special guest Marvin Hamlisch with him for a special presentation. Each year Mr. Jones brings the Wolf Trap summer schedule with him. He and Mr. Hamlisch talked about the role of arts in education and the environment. Mr. Hamlisch performed some of his music on the piano. They responded to questions submitted by audience members. The program begins abruptly and is missing approximately 8 minutes at the beginning. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/204453-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/204453-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Former Governor Mike Huckabee (R-AR) played with the Tilton School rock band and spoke to students, faculty, and local residents at the Tilton School in Tilton, New Hampshire. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/202545-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/202545-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT The 10th anniversary of the dedication of the Women in Military Service for America Memorial at the gateway to Arlington National Cemetery was celebrated with a formal ceremony with military honors, patriotic music, and remarks by Secretary Gates. Thelma Mrazek is the niece of World War II Army Lt. Colonel Esther Corcoran. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/202029-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/202029-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Professor Dyson talked about his book, [Know What I Mean?: Reflections on Hip Hop.] He chronicled hip hop culture through the years. Topics included nomenclature, forbidden words, the issues vented by hip hop, and the controversies surrounding the music and hip hop performers. Mr. Dyson also examined hip hop's survival in mainstream culture. After his presentation he responded to audience members' questions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/200193-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/200193-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT A community roundtable addressed the question, "Does Hip-Hop Hate Women?" The panelists talked about their books on the topic and responded to audience members' comments and questions. This program contains language that some may find offensive. The moderator was Bakari Kitwana, co-founder of the first National Hip-Hop Political Convention and author of [Why White Kids Love Hip-Hop]. Joan Morgan is the author of [When Chickenheads Come to Roost: My Life as a Hip-Hop Femininst]. Mark Anthony Neal is the author of [New Black Man: Rethinking Black Masculinity]. Tracy Sharpley-Whiting is the author of [Pimps Up, Ho's Down: Young Black Women, Hip-Hop and the New Gender Politics]. David Ikard is the author of [Breaking the Silence: Toward a Black Male Feminist Criticism.] This event was also sponsored by Columbia College Chicago, International House Global Voices Performing Arts Series, and Doc Films at the University of Chicago. The event was also hosted by Rap Sessions, a national discussion tour focusing on issues facing the hip-hop generation. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/198149-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/198149-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Terrence Jones and Mike Love talked about the arts and sustainable environmental practices. Mr. Jones also announced the 2007 Summer Filene Center Season at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts. Both Mr. Jones and Mr. Love responded to questions from Mr. Zremski. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/197324-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/197324-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT After prayers, hymns, and other speeches, Senator Barack Obama, a Democratic presidential candidate, delivered the keynote speech at a commemoration of "Bloody Sunday." Using Biblical references, he said that the current "Joshua generation" must praise the 1965 civil rights marchers who were responsible for African Americans being able to rise to high office and responsible positions. He also talked about his family's history, and the importance of education. The annual "Bridge Crossing Jubilee" commemorates the 1965 Selma-to-Montgomery voting rights march. State troopers and county sheriff's deputies used billy clubs and tear gas to turn back marchers at the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma on March 7, 1965. The attack became known as "Bloody Sunday." National reaction to the attack helped galvanize support for minority voting rights, leading to the passage of the Voting Rights Act. Senator Obama spoke at Brown Chapel A.M.E Church, where the marchers gathered on "Bloody Sunday." The program begins abruptly and ends abruptly. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/196942-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/196942-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Camille Paglia talked about public arts and religion in America. In her remarks she talked about liberal and conservative attitudes toward the arts, education in the fine arts and humanities, and the role religion could play in a renaissance in American interest in the arts. She also talked about the history of culture and religion in America, the tradition of American music in the church, the influence of varying religious traditions on American popular culture and artistic expression found in contemporary society, as well as the impact of public controversy surrounding artistic exhibits and performances. She also answered questions from the audience. The 2007 Colorado College Cornerstone Arts Lecture, titled "Religion and the Arts in America," was sponsored by the Cornerstone Arts Lecture and the National Endowment for the Humanities Professorship and was held in Armstrong Theatre, inside Armstrong Hall. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/196601-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/196601-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT As part of a conference titled, "Fair and Independent Courts: A Conference on the State of the Judiciary," Chief Justice Roberts delivered the keynote address. Justices O'Connor and Breyer, the chairs of the conference, introduced the Chief Justice. Topics included the responsibilities of judges, judicial independence, and the history of the Separation of Powers. The session ended with music by the Georgetown University Gospel Choir. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/194520-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/194520-3 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Musician, and 10-time Grammy Award-winner Herbie Hancock spoke about his experiences in jazz and the "positive impact that this form of American classical music has played in shaping the world". Mr. Hancock performed musical excerpts of some of his compositions during his speech. He also answered questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/194339-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/194339-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Members of Congress commemorated the fifth anniversary of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. They spoke about the impact of the attacks on policy and American life, concluding by singing "God Bless America" as they had on the day of the attacks five years earlier. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/194241-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/194241-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Department of Veterans Affairs marked the 75th anniversary of the Veterans Administration with an event in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda. The ceremony began with the Presentation of the Colors, the National Anthem and the invocation. Secretary Nicholson and other dignitaries talked about the history of the Department and its ongoing job of caring for U.S. military veterans and their widows and children. They also spoke about the wars in which the veterans fought and praised the service and sacrifices of all military personnel. The ceremony ended with a prayer. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/193489-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/193489-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT President Bush, Prime Minister Koizumi, and first lady Laura Bush visited Graceland, the home of the late entertainer Elvis Presley, in Memphis, Tennessee. They were shown being welcomed to the mansion by Presley's daughter, Lisa Marie Presley and her mother Priscilla Presley. Following a private tour, the presidential party was shown visiting the mansion's "Jungle Room" where President Bush and Prime Minister Koizumi posed for press photographs and talked about Elvis' popularity. The prime minister sang phrases from Presley songs. They also spoke with reporters outside the mansion. The party was then shown visiting the National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel, where Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was assassinated in 1968. Finally, they were shown at the "Rendezvous" restaurant for a barbeque lunch. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/193235-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/193235-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT President Bush participated in a wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknowns in Arlington National Cemetery followed by a memorial service in the Memorial Amphitheater. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/192755-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/192755-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT A memorial service for Eugene J. McCarthy was held at the National Cathedral. Senator McCarthy, a former Democratic presidential candidate who campaigned against then President Lyndon B. Johnson on an anti-Vietnam War platform, died December 10, 2005, in Georgetown at the age of 89. He served Minnesota as a representative from 1949-1959 and as senator from 1959-1971. Former President Bill Clinton, Minnesota Congressman Jim Oberstar, journalist Mary Alice Williams, family friends, and Senator McCarthy's daughter and son gave tributes. Folksinger Peter Yarrow of the group Peter, Paul and Mary delivered a solo performance and also performed with his daughter, Bethany Yarrow. He sang "This Land Is Your Land" and other songs. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/190739-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/190739-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Wynton Marsalis, music director at New York City's Jazz at Lincoln Center, spoke at a National Press Luncheon titled "Higher Ground: Hurricane Relief and Rebuilding in New Orleans." He said that less should be focused on what "they" didn't do, but what "we" could do to help the hurricane ravaged city. Mr. Marsalis also talked about the influence of jazz musicians and its roots in New Orleans on the social consciousness of Americans. Following his speech, Mr. Marsalis responded to questions and comments submitted by members of the audience. Mr. Dunham introduced the guest speaker and moderated the question and answer segment. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/189454-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/189454-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Following the Presentation of Colors President and Mrs. Bush and Vice President and Mrs. Cheney emerged from the White House onto the South Lawn. They observed a moment of silence to mark the fourth anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks. [America the Beautiful] was played before the moment of silence. No one spoke during the event. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/188798-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/188798-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT President Bush marked the 60th anniversary of the end of World War II at a ceremony at Naval Base Coronado and honored veterans who served in World War II. He also drew parallels between World War II and current efforts to combat global terrorism and establish a working democracy in Iraq. At the beginning of his remarks he also commented on relief efforts along the Gulf Coast following Hurricane Katrina. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/188608-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/188608-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT President Bush talked to an annual convention of the Veterans of Foreign Wars about military operations in Iraq. He talked about the goals and mission of forces in the country, security issues and the state of the insurgency, and his commitment to completing the task of securing Iraq. For the first time in his administration he also acknowledged the number of fatalities in the country, noting that 1864 military personnel had died in Iraq and Afghanistan during Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/188527-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/188527-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Third World Press Foundation presented a discussion on race and hip-hop. Amina Norman-Hawkins moderated a panel with authors and activists at the Betty Shabazz International Charter School of the Institute of Positive Education in Chicago. Kevin Coval began by reading his poetry. Among topics discussed were the roots of hip-hop and its melding of cultures, racial relations with multiple races, hip-hop as a revolutionary political mode, and the commercialization of hip-hop. The panelists responded to questions from members of the audience. Raquel Rivera is the author of [New York Ricans from the Hip-Hop Zone], published by Palgrave Macmillan. William 'Upski' Wimsatt is the author of [Bomb The Suburbs], published by Soft Skull Press, and [No More Prisons], published by Subway & Elevator Press. "Upski" was his graffiti tag. Oliver Wang is the author of [Classic Material: The Hip-Hop Album Guide], published by Ecw Press. Ernie Paniccioli's photography is featured in [Who Shot Ya?: Three Decades of HipHop Photography], published by Amistad. Bakari Kitwana is the author of [Why White Kids Love Hip-Hop: Wankstas, Wiggers, Wannabes and the New Reality of Race in America], published by Basic Civitas Books. A portion of this program contains language that some may find offensive. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/186360-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/186360-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT In recognition of Black Music Month President Bush honored the cultural contributions made by African American musicians, singers, and composers. Gospel singers performed musical numbers. The program starts midway through Mary Mary's song. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/187067-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/187067-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT President Bush spoke at the official ceremony to dedicate the new Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum and Library in Springfield, Illinois. Many other officials also spoke about the legacy of President Lincoln and the importance of the museum. The Four Sopranos also performed during the ceremony. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/186315-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/186315-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT At an official ceremony in the East Room, President Bush presented the Congressional Medal of Honor to the surviving family of Sergeant First Class Paul Smith for his heroism in the line of duty during operations in Iraq. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/186167-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/186167-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT Stanley Crouch talked about his book [The Artificial White Man: Essays on Authenticity], published by Basic Civitas Books. Mr. Crouch asserted that musicians, writers, and other members of the American intellectual community sacrifice creating authentic work for the sake of being politically correct. He argued that this sacrifice has a negative impact on the quality of art, music, and literature. After the discussion, the author responded to questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184228-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184228-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT In and annual event marking the celebration of Veterans' Day, President Bush laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknowns at Arlington National Cemetery. Following the ceremony dignitaries spoke in the amphitheater about current and past sacrifices made by veterans. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184397-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184397-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT President Bush spoke to veterans in Ohio about defense issues and announced major shifts in troop deployments and a reexamination of military missions. He also talked about his presidential campaign and the future of U.S. foreign policy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/183126-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/183126-1 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT