The latest specials from APM Celebrates honor our nation’s independence, first Moon landing and favorite foods, and the 200th birthday of a classical music prodigy.
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Arts & Culture
Witness History: The Race to the Moon
One hour. Available July 1-31, 2019.
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon landing with this moving and memorable new special from the BBC World Service, featuring highlights from its Witness History programs and presenters.
“The Race to the Moon” presents stories and recollections of key moments from diverse voices – all of whom recollect the Moon landing with fondness and pride.
Let’s Be Frank: TBTL Salutes The Great American Hot Dog(Encore)
One hour. Available July 1–September 30, 2019.
Join hosts Luke Burbank and Andrew Walsh over a sizzling grill as they celebrate one of America’s most beloved and most ridiculed foods: The Hot Dog.
Perfect for Independence Day, Labor Day and the entire summer grilling season, this lighthearted encore special takes audiences from the grill to the ballpark, and shines a funny, mouthwatering spotlight on an American favorite (and veggie alternatives), with special guest Francis Lam, host of The Splendid Table.
Classical Music
To Honor and Inspire: U.S. Military Bands Special
One hour. Available July 1-12, 2019.
Andrea Blain hosts this uplifting, patriotic new special featuring performances by the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force and Marine bands, including marches by Sousa, Jewell and Gould, and classical works by Copland, Saint-Saens and Holst.
Let Freedom Sing (New for 2019)
One hour. Available July 1-12, 2019.
Join Julie Amacher for this new Independence Day celebration with traditional, patriotic choral music performed by the world-renowned Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra.
Clara Schumann: ‘A fallen, abominable, wicked girl’
One hour. Available September 1-30, 2019.
September 13, 2019 is the 200th birthday of world-renowned performer and composer Clara Schumann.
Classical concert pianist and storyteller Jade Simmons hosts this celebration of Schumann’s extraordinary life and inspiring musical achievements, and the challenges of being a female prodigy in the 19th century.