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An American Master
An American Master - George Gershwin Gershwin Centennial Celebration
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Television and Learning
Television is frequently condemned for its useless programming and violent content. However, there is a wealth of entertainment programs on television that have education
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Andy Warhol a Founder of Pop Art
Assassinations, democracy, equal rights, Vietnam War; In the 1960s and 70s America faced tragedies and gave birth to a new culture of sex, drugs and rock 'n' roll.
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Clint Eastwood: Out of the Shadows
A review of the PBS documentary, and commentary on the genre.
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An Open Letter to Leonard
An open letter of remembrance and dismay.
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Francois Truffaut - Interviews
French filmmaker Francois Truffaut was recognized as a great interview - but you'd hardly know it from this collection
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James Beard's Birds
A review of Beard on Birds.
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Lou Reed-Spanish Fly:Live In Spain
Spanish Fly:Live In Spain features eleven songs by Lou Reed, filmed at the Benicassim Festival in Spain in 2004.
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MoMA Focus: Jasper Johns
Part of the Museum of Modern Art's excellent Focus series, Focus: Jasper Johns explores hallmark themes and techniques in the work of the celebrated modern artist.
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Feast of the Goat by Maria Vargoas Llosa
In a novel that could be retitled Feast of a Ghost, Mario Vargas Llosa tells the stories of people who were involved in the assassination of Dominica's Dictator Trujillo.
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PBS Offers Quality Programming During Pledge Month
December is pledge month on PBS. This week we examine some of the top-notch programs that PBS stations hope will entice viewers to pledge financial support.
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Rock of Ages
An artist who hid his depression from the public, and his picture that today has a prophetic new meaning.
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The Real Scarlet Letter by Nathanial Hawthorne
It's easy to teach this novel as an example of symbolism without dealing with the complexity of placing it within its historic context, but that doesn't do it justice.
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What is Prince Hall Freemasonry?
Learn about the unique origins and history of Prince Hall Freemasonry, an African-American Masonic tradition.
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Willa Cather
Willa Cather is strongly associated with the midwest. Her childhood years formed the setting and inspiration for My Antonia, O Pioneers! and other famous works.
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Esiason Is Sacked In Monday Night Football Booth
Changes are in store, both in front of and behind the camera, for <i>Monday Night Football</i> next season; my television viewing recommendations for the week.
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Lauryn Hill Proves Hip-Hop is a Grammy History Maker
Lauryn Hill brings home the Grammy and Makes History
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Leonard Bernstein's Jeremiah Symphony
Leonard Bernstein's first attempt at a symphony is at times distressing and at times heartfelt. It left traces of his later music that millions would grow to love.
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Marc Blitzstein and Leonard Bernstein
While music has celebrated the friendship between Leonard Bernstein and the 'Dean' of American composers, Aaron Copland, it has overlooked a tie of equal importance.
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Natural Insecticides
Safe, all-natural pesticides can be concocted from inexpensive ingredients that often are already around the house.
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Oregon Museums of Native Culture
Because Pacific Northwest Native Americans enjoyed abundant resources, they were able to develop a rich culture, including a diverse body of art.
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Overview of Classical Conversations Program
Classical Conversations, which bills itself a "Classical Christian Community," is the latest buzz among homeschooling families across the nation.
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William M. Harnett
A biography of painter William M. Harnett, 1848-1892.
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Museums in Portland, Oregon
From the Portland Art Museum to the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, Forestry Center, Museum of Contemporary Craft and Oregon Historical Society discovery awaits.
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Monumental Diego Rivera
Diego Rivera's fresco masterpieces depicting the history and pride of Mexico have ensured his place in art history.
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Nathaniel Hawthorne and Sophia Peabody
In a romantic story reminiscent of Robert and Elizabeth Barrett Browning, despite many obstacles, a recluse and an invalid fall in love and make a happy marriage.
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Richard Serra at Centro de Arte Reina Sofia
Richard Serra's Equal Parallel: Guernica Bengasi is a study in shifting power perspectives referencing the Madrid museum's most famous artwork, Pablo Picasso's Guernica.
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Dorothy Gish Biography
Silent film star Dorothy Gish proved her versatility and talent as she built a career as a comedic actress on stage, film and television.
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John James Audubon – Bird Artist
John James Audubon was a nineteenth century American with multiple talents. His greatest achievement was his book of bird artwork: Birds of America.
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Lillian Gish Biography
Lillian Gish was one of the most popular and talented silent film stars in Hollywood.
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