Episodes
Sam Cooke: Crossing Over
January 11, 2010
Sam Cooke put the spirit of the black church into popular music, creating a new American sound and setting into motion a chain of events that forever altered the course of popular music and race relations in America.
I.M. Pei: Building China Modern
March 31, 2010
The work of the innovative Chinese-American architect with a focus on his efforts to build an historical museum in China.
The Doors: When You're Strange
May 12, 2010
A documentary that traces the roots of Jim Morrison's iconic rock group and their live and studio performances.
Merle Haggard: Learning to Live with Myself
June 21, 2010
Merle Haggard actually lived the rambling, gambling, love ‘em and leave ‘em, often brutal life that remains the bedrock of country music lyrics.
Cachao: Uno Más
September 20, 2010
A feature on the Cuban-born bassist Israel "Cachao" Lopez, an internationally renowned musician, composer, and pioneer of Mambo.
A Letter to Elia
October 4, 2010
Martin Scorsese pays tribute to the life and work of noted American film director Elia Kazan.
Lennon NYC
November 22, 2010
A look at the period of time musician John Lennon and his family spent living in New York City during the 1970s.
Genius Within: The Inner Life of Glenn Gould
December 27, 2010
A fresh look at the life of a singular pianist and poet who made an international impact with his music and recordings.
