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American Masters is a PBS television series which produces biographies on enduring writers, musicians, visual and performing artists, dramatists, filmmakers, and others who have left an indelible impression on the cultural landscape of the United States.
Episode 8 : 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.
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Episode 7 : 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.
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Episode 6 : A Letter to Elia
October. 04,2010
Martin Scorsese pays tribute to the life and work of noted American film director Elia Kazan.
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Episode 5 : 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.
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Episode 4 : 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.
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Episode 3 : 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.
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Episode 2 : 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.
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