The most popular 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) Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Sat, 18 May 2013 14:15:43 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 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Former presidents, congressional leaders, family and friends gathered to honor the 37th president. Those eulogizing the former president included former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger, Senate Minority Leader Robert Dole, California Governor Pete Wilson, and President Bill Clinton. Longtime family friend Minister Billy Graham presided over the ceremony. The former president had a stroke on Tuesday, April 19, 1994 and died three days later. The president asked that his body not lie in State in the U.S. Capital Rotunda. Instead, mourners filed by the casket in the Nixon Library adjacent to his childhood home of Yorba Linda, CA. He was buried on the grounds of the library next to the grave of his wife Pat who died earlier this year. The ceremony was replete with full military honors. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/56426-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/56426-1 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Coverage of the Million Man March included open phones segments, live crowd shots, interviews with rally participants on the Mall, and speeches by African-American men from all walks of life, ending with a 2-1/2 hour speech by march organizer Minister Farrakhan. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/67630-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/67630-1 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 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 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT During World War II members of the Navajo Indian tribe worked as radio operators and used their native language to create unbreakable codes for the military. The Navajo "code talkers" were presented with Congressional Gold Medals. President Bush, Speaker Hastert and other dignitaries spoke. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/165354-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/165354-1 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Dyson talked about his book [Holler If You Hear Me: Searching for Tupac Shakur], published by Basic Books, which examined the cultural and intellectual impact of rap and hip-hop music, and specifically Shakur's influence. He also talked about the relation between culture and politics. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/165909-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/165909-1 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 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 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 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 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 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 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 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 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT New York political leaders and leaders of several different religions in the U.S. conducted a prayer service in Yankee Stadium for victims and families of those killed or missing in the September 11,2001, terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon. Religious leaders represented Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Sikh, and Hindu faiths. The ceremony also featured both sacred and patriotic music. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/166250-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/166250-1 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 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 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 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 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 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 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 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 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 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 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Crosby discussed his book [Stand and Be Counted: Making Music, Making History -- The Dramatic Story of the Artists and the Causes that Changed America], published by Harper. The book is a history of celebrity activism and the songs and musical events that have advanced human rights throughout the past five decades, as well as a personal account of his involvement in the drug culture and counterculture. He also talked about his musical career and his role as a father and a surrogate father. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/156704-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/156704-1 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 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 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 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 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT At the annual association dinner, journalists presented awards to colleagues for their work in the previous year. Following the awards dinner, speeches included amusing remarks by President Bush, with singer Ray Charles and his band providing entertainment. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/176331-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/176331-3 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Bond talked about the book [Lift Every Voice and Sing: A Celebration of the Negro National Anthem, 100 Years, 100 Voices], published by Random House, which he co-edited with Sondra Kathryn Wilson. One hundred years ago, James Weldon Johnson and his brother J. Rosamond Johnson wrote the song "Lift Every Voice and Sing" in celebration of Lincoln's Birthday. Later this song became recognized as the Negro National Anthem. The book includes one hundred essays on the song written by writers, performers, and politicians. Mr. Bond read essays, talked about the song and its writers, and answered questions from the audience. The Black Voices of the University of Virginia Choir started the event by singing "Lift Every Voice and Sing." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/162576-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/162576-1 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 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 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT The memorial service for former Senator Barry Goldwater was held in Grady Gammage Auditorium. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/106526-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/106526-1 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 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 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Lynch, musicians, and scholars talked about the popular music in the 1830s in the U.S. and its role in social functions. This program focused particularly on Appalachian music. Several songs from the period were also performed. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/97635-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/97635-1 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 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 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 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 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 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 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Lieutenant Colonel Foley talked about the origins of "Hail to the Chief," which was originally a popular song in the early 19th century, but eventually was adopted as the official presidential march. He also talked about the U.S. Marine Band. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/123402-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/123402-1 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 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 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Following dinner, Senator Dole spoke about President Reagan's accomplishments during his eight years as president. Following his remarks and those of former Senator Baker, President Reagan blew out the candles of his birthday cake. Parts of the live airing of this broadcast included recorded segments of President Reagan's address an hour earlier. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/54287-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/54287-1 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 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 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Stern discussed his book, [My First 79 Years], published by Knopf. The book describes his upbringing in San Francisco (the violinist was born in Russia), his musical influences, and his many philanthropic and musical activities. There is a brief interruption in this program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/154186-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/154186-1 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT At 7:15 p.m. EDT members of Congress gathered on the steps of the U.S. Capitol. The buildings had been closed earlier in the day because of the threat of attack. Congressional leaders spoke about the attacks today on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon and offered their condolences to families of victims. They said that both Houses of Congress would convene tomorrow. Following their remarks, members of Congress sang "God Bless America." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/166408-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/166408-1 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 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 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 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 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Recording and motion picture industry officials and file-sharing advocates testified about the impact computer file sharing has had on the entertainment industry. Topics included copyright law, the availability of music and video files on the Internet. Ms. Sullivan was sued by Recording Industry Association for file sharing of copyrighted music. Subcommittee members' statements: 24 minutes Panel 1: Begins 2200: Valenti, Bainwol, LL Cool J, Negra. 1 hour 16 minutes Panel 2: Begins 2316: Morris, Broes, Gladwin, Sullivan, Chuck D. 1 hour Panel 3: Begins 0016: Moreno, DeLong. 21 minutes http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/178430-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/178430-1 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 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 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT In a forum titled "From Blues to Bop to Hip-hop," presented as part of a symposium on author Langston Hughes, participants talked about the impact of Hughes' literary form and written word on acoustic innovations in music following the Jazz Age. Among the topics addressed were the influence of Jazz and urban culture on the literature of the Harlem Renaissance, the nature of African-American popular culture, and contemporary influences of the African-American community on popular music. Following their comments they answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/169387-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/169387-4 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Murray talked about his recent book, [The Blue Devils of Nada: A Contemporary American Approach to Aesthetic Statement], published by Pantheon. It is a collection of essays on the creative process through which various forms of art are created. He also described the milieu which gives American culture its distinctively open and inventive flavor. He highlighted jazz as the paramount example of American artistic endeavor. The title comes from the emptiness, in Spanish, "nada," of having the blues. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/72899-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/72899-1 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT President Ulysses S. Grant's tomb was rededicated on the 100th anniversary of the original dedication and the 175th anniversary of Grant's birth. Two bands and a color guard participated in the ceremony, and political dignitaries and historians spoke to the assembled crowd about Ulysses S. Grant's place in history as both victorious Civil War general and president. Mr. Dietz is a great-great grandson of President Grant. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/80923-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/80923-1 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 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 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT The panelists talked about the cultural and political impacts of hip-hop music, the expressions of strong language and depictions of violence in the music, and the use of the art form as political expression. This program contains language that may not be appropriate for all audiences. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/164721-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/164721-1 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 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 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Funeral services were held for former U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice Warren Burger at National Presbyterian Church. He was appointed by President Nixon and then served as chief justice for 17 years. President Clinton was visible in the congregation paying his last respects although he did not speak. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/65948-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/65948-1 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 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 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/69840-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/69840-1 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Director, producer, and writer Ken Burns talked about his book (co-written with Geoffrey Ward) [Jazz: A History of America's Music], published by Knopf. He talked about the path he took in undertaking this project of telling history through jazz music. He also explored how the music lifted the spirits of Americans through two World Wars and the Great Depression, and how it fueled the epic growth of cities, such as New Orleans, Chicago, Kansas City and New York. He traced the roots of jazz, the only art form invented by Americans, to the black community in New Orleans at the turn-of-the-century and explored how it encompassed the struggle for civil rights. This book is a companion to the ten-part PBS TV series of the same name. Mr. Burns also answered questions submitted by the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/162087-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/162087-1 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Actors put on a concert performance of [The Prez: A Ragtime Scandal.] The musical is centered around the life and career of President Warren G. Harding, especially his personal scandals. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/120623-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/120623-1 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 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 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT