SUN RA HOUSE APPROVED FOR INCLUSION ON THE PHILADELPHIA REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES
“In a widely celebrated move, the staff of the Historical Commission nominated the Sun Ra House (aka the Arkestral Institute) at 5626 Morton Street and…
American Routes is blues and jazz, gospel and soul, rockabilly and country, Cajun and swamp pop, Tejano, Latin… and beyond. Songs and stories from musicians describe a deep and diverse nation with sounds and styles shared by all Americans. From the bayous to the beltways, from crossroads to crosstown, on interstates and city streets, turn up your radio for the sonic journey!
American Routes—produced in New Orleans since 1998
Celebrating the National Heritage Fellows
Join us this Memorial Day weekend to celebrate the National Endowment for the Arts Heritage Fellows. Each year, the NEA recognizes traditional artists for their excellence and contributions to our nation's heritage. It's the highest award in the traditional arts. This year's honorees include: Filipino rondalla musician Tagumpay Mendoza De Leon; Osage ribbon worker and… read more
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REMEMBERING BOBBIE NELSON
Bobbie Nelson, Willie Nelson’s sister and longtime piano player, passed away on March 10 at age 91.
She joined brother Willie Nelson at Sea-Saint Studios…
YOU CAN SAY THAT AGAIN, BILLIE
Please tune in to or stream the PBS program Poetry in America starting February 11th. Nick Spitzer will be joining poet Evie Shockley to talk…
