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In Performance at The White House

In Performance at The White House

"In Performance at The White House" was created to showcase the rich fabric of American culture in the setting of the nation's most famous home. Since 1978, the program has embraced virtually every genre of American performance art.
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A Broadway Celebration: PBS Comments
1:31
A Broadway Celebration: PBS Comments
The performers from 'A Broadway Celebration' share some comments about PBS.
Jennifer Hudson and Smokey Robinson
2:30
Jennifer Hudson and Smokey Robinson
Jennifer Hudson and Smokey Robinson perform "People Get Ready"
Joan Baez
3:12
Joan Baez
Joan Baez performs "We Shall Overcome" at the White House
Howard University Choir Exclusive
2:53
Howard University Choir Exclusive
The Howard University Choir sings "Lord, I Don' Done"
Daughtry Performs "Home"
6:35
Daughtry Performs "Home"
Web Extra: Daughtry Performs "Home."
Melissa Etheridge Performs "Neither One of Us"
6:22
Melissa Etheridge Performs "Neither One of Us"
Melissa Etheridge performs "Neither One of Us" by Gladys Knight on "Women of Soul"
Ariana Grande Performs "I Have Nothing"
5:55
Ariana Grande Performs "I Have Nothing"
Ariana Grande performs "I Have Nothing" on "Women of Soul."
What is Memphis Soul?
1:51
What is Memphis Soul?
The Performers talk about what "Memphis Soul" means to them.
Best Music for Aliens Visiting Earth
0:46
Best Music for Aliens Visiting Earth
"In Performance at the White House: Memphis Soul" premieres on PBS April 16
Sam Moore & Joshua Ledet "Soul Man"
3:29
Sam Moore & Joshua Ledet "Soul Man"
Sam Moore and Joshua Ledet perform, "Soul Man"
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1:46
What is the Blues
The performers of Red, White and Blues tell us what the Blues means to them.
Daughtry Performs "Waiting For Superman"
4:40
Daughtry Performs "Waiting For Superman"
Web Extra: Daughtry performs "Waiting For Superman."
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