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Great Performances
Now Hear This “The Composer is Yoo”
Season 51
Episode 17
Follow host Scott Yoo’s journey to compose a piece of music for the first time. Seeking counsel from other composers, Yoo revisits his heritage in search of ideas, performs landmark pieces for inspiration and ultimately tests his work in progress.
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Experience this Shakespearean classic directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon.
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Explore how virtuosos become maestros, featuring Yo-Yo Ma, Lynn Chang and more.
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Explore the work of two legendary virtuosos, Niccolò Paganini and Robert Johnson.
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Visit Julliard Pre-College with Scott Yoo to play with some of tomorrow’s virtuosos.
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Honor one of the most beloved stars in country music history.
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Great Performances presents Leonard Bernstein’s Kaddish symphony.
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Experience Shakespeare’s tragedy recorded from Central Park starring Danai Gurira.
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Discover the inspirations Spain provided composer Isaac Albéniz with host Scott Yoo.