The Mingus Big Band Performs 'So Long Eric'

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Air Date: 10/14/22 | Rating: NR

Christian McBride, Larry Klein, James Newton, Keki Mingus, Jason Moran, and Charles McPherson discuss the complexity of Charles Mingus, from his outsized personality to his close friendship with jazz saxophonist Eric Dolphy. Performed by the Mingus Big Band, “So Long Eric” is Mingus’ response to his longtime friend and band member, Eric Dolphy, and his decision to leave the band.

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Let My Children Hear Mingus
S1 Ep1 | 55m 5s
Air Date: 10/14/22 | Expires: 10/13/25 | Rating: TV-PG

The Kennedy Center celebrates jazz icon and social activist Charles Mingus at 100.

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A Joni Mitchell Songbook
S1 Ep2 | 55m 39s
Air Date: 11/18/22 | Expires: 11/17/25 | Rating: TV-PG

The timeless work of Joni Mitchell is celebrated with an all-star lineup.

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The Roots Residency
S1 Ep3 | 55m 27s
Air Date: 01/27/23 | Expires: 01/26/26 | Rating: TV-14

Hip Hop legends The Roots perform and reach beyond the stage to mentor, inspire and learn.

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Ballet Hispánico’s Doña Perón
S1 Ep4 | 1h 25m 4s
Air Date: 04/14/23 | Expires: 04/13/26 | Rating: TV-PG

Ballet Hispánico explores Evita Perón's life and diverging legacies.

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Continuum: Jason Moran & Christian McBride
S1 Ep5 | 55m 39s
Air Date: 04/21/23 | Expires: 04/20/26 | Rating: TV-PG

Jason Moran and Christian McBride perform as they elevate and uphold the jazz tradition.

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