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Sunday, August 1, 2010 at 5:00pm
Clay Aiken: Tried & True: Live!
Chart-topping "American Idol" vocalist Clay Aiken brings his clarion voice and personal interpretations to new arrangements of iconic songs, including "Mack the Knife," "It's Impossible," "Moon River," "Misty," "Unchained Melody" and a duet with Broadway star Linda Eder on Roy Orbison's classic lament "Crying." Fellow "American Idol" star Ruben Studdard guest stars. support this program | more stories like this

Sunday, August 1, 2010 at 8:00pm
Saturday, August 7, 2010 at 8:00pm
Wednesday, August 11, 2010 at 8:00pm
Aretha Franklin Presents: Soul Rewind
This comprehensive collection of rare performances by legendary R&B performers of the classic 1960s-70s soul era offers an abundance of long-lost archival material that has been recovered from film vaults in the U.S. and Europe. The Queen of Soul herself, Aretha Franklin, presents this treasure trove of precious and vital footage.
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Monday, August 2, 2010 at 8:00pm
Magic Moments: The Best of 50's Pop
Phyllis McGuire, Pat Boone and Nick Clooney host this nostalgic trip back to the 1950s. The program’s mix of live performance and archival footage takes viewers back to the era’s pop music days with classic moments from Patti Page, Perry Como, Debbie Reynolds, the McGuire Sisters and more. support this program | more stories like this

Tribute Acts

Wednesday, August 4, 2010 at 10:00pm
Saturday, August 14, 2010 at 11:00pm
Australian Pink Floyd
The Australian Pink Floyd Show is an incredible live concert featuring amazing musicians performing Pink Floyd's music with astonishing note-for-note perfection in a dazzling stage show. This new public television special showcases newly enhanced stage, light, laser and special effects in their sold out May 2007 concert at London's most prestigious venue, The Royal Albert Hall. support this program | more stories like this

Thursday, August 5, 2010 at 9:30pm
Saturday, August 14, 2010 at 9:30pm
Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles
Rain covers the Fab Four from the earliest beginnings through the psychedelic late 60s and their long-haired hippie, hard-rocking rooftop days. Rain is a multi-media, multi-dimensional experience... a fusion of historical footage and hilarious television commercials from the 1960s lights up video screens and live cameras zoom in for close-ups. Sing along to all your Beatlemaniac favorites. support this program | more stories like this

Saturday, August 7, 2010 at 10:30pm
Wednesday, August 11, 2010 at 10:30pm
Experience Hendrix
Unforgettable highlights from two star-studded tribute concerts on behalf of Jimi Hendrix, hailed by critics and fans alike as the greatest guitarist of all time. Featuring legends Buddy Guy, Hubert Sumlin, Paul Rodgers, Mick Taylor, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Robert Randolph, Mike McCready, and more - backed by Mitch Mitchell and Billy Cox, once members of The Jimi Hendrix Experience. support this program | more stories like this

Monday, August 2, 2010 at 10:00pm
David Garrett Rock Symphonies
Taped before an audience at Berlin's open-air Wuhlheide Theater, features virtuoso violinist David Garrett, who weaves classical standards with rock and pop favorites for a thrilling performance that moves audiences of all ages. support this program | more stories like this

Tuesday, August 3, 2010 at 8:00pm
Friday, August 6, 2010 at 8:30pm
Monday, August 9, 2010 at 10:00pm
Thursday, August 12, 2010 at 8:00pm
Saturday, August 14, 2010 at 8:00pm
Patrizio Concert Event
Italian baritone Patrizio Buanne is one of the most popular performers in the world, today. Enjoy the best moments of Patrizio, in concert and in our studios, and celebrate a new opportunity to see Patrizio in person in Pittsburgh: Saturday, September 25 at the Benedum Center.
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Thursday, August 5, 2010 at 8:00pm
Ethan Bortnick and His Musical Time Machine
Nine-year-old pianist, composer and entertainer Ethan Bortnick, already winning the hearts of crowds across the country with a talent well beyond his years, makes his PBS concert debut in this special. Bortnick introduces viewers to his show-stopping piano skills and charming personality, while bringing to life some of music's most well-known classics and biggest hits from every era. support this program | more stories like this

Hurricane Katrina Anniversary

Wednesday, August 25, 2010 at 9:00pm
Frontline: Law & Disorder
Behind the enduring images of heroic rescues undertaken by the New Orleans Police Department in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, there is another story of law enforcement in crisis, even out of control. This program investigates charges that NOPD officers inappropriately used lethal force against New Orleans citizens and then tried to cover up their actions. more info | more stories like this

Friday, August 27, 2010 at 10:30pm
Anatomy of a Hurricane
Go inside the National Hurricane Center in Miami, Florida and get a revealing look at the stressful work of the dedicated staff who deal with unique and unexpected challenges, and struggle to make the most accurate predictions. Hurricane Specialist Jack Bevens remarks, "You're the man who has to make the call, and if you get it wrong, you can get a lot of people killed." more stories like this

Sunday, August 29, 2010 at 10:30pm
Washing Away: After the Storms
Five years after the devastation of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, Louisiana's recovery is far from over. Building on the 2006 documentary, Washing Away, this new program follows six survivors to reveal successes and setbacks as their coastline and culture continue to give way to the gulf and face disastrous new threats. Patricia Clarkson, a native of New Orleans, narrates. more stories like this

Sunday, August 8, 2010 at 7:00pm
Ed Sullivan's Rock and Roll Classics - The 60s
From the late 1940s ’til the early 1970s, millions of viewers of all ages saw great musical acts each Sunday night on "The Ed Sullivan Show." From the Beatles’ American television debut to the Doors’ infamous one-time-only appearance to the Rolling Stones, Sly and the Family Stone, the Mamas and the Papas and more, the special showcases performances that evoke the spirit of the 60’s youth movement. support this program | more stories like this

Monday, August 9, 2010 at 8:00pm
Friday, August 13, 2010 at 8:30pm
The Big Band Years
This "Big Band" retrospective features the songs that brought the country through WWII and kick-started the baby boom. The program mixes vintage live, rare and unreleased footage of bands and vocalists from the 1930s and 40s. Peter Marshall ("Hollywood Squares") hosts. support this program | more stories like this

Tuesday, August 10, 2010 at 8:00pm
Tuesday, August 17, 2010 at 9:30pm
Lower Your Taxes! Now & Forever with Ed Slott
Certified Public Accountant Ed Slott covers pressing retirement questions: how not to run out of money in retirement, ROTH IRA conversion traps, 10 steps to pay less taxes, a rundown of key retirement terms, how to pick retirement professionals and more. Ed manages to make the difficult subjects such as estate planning, family conversations about money, and retirement planning understandable and fun. support this program | more stories like this

Tuesday, August 10, 2010 at 10:00pm
Bellydance Superstars: Live in Paris at the Folies Bergere
This international dance sensation bridges the styles of East and West into an entirely new concert experience. The critically acclaimed 14-person troupe draws inspiration for their stage shows from diverse cultures - from the Middle East to ballet to Polynesia. Over the course of three acts, the Superstars don ornate costumes and dance solo and chorus numbers set to powerful music.
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Thursday, August 12, 2010 at 9:30pm
Men Aloud: Live from Wales
Men Aloud is not your typical choir. Featuring lush arrangements of both traditional music and classic pop hits, their big sound and high energy choreography have captivated a large international audience ever since their triumphant win as Britain's best choir in the BBC's smashing competition/reality series "Last Choir Standing." support this program | more stories like this

Thursday, August 12, 2010 at 11:00pm
Straight No Chaser: Live in New York
The a cappella phenomenon Straight No Chaser, the 10 men whose quirky version of "The 12 Days of Christmas" is a YouTube sensation, presents an entertaining evening for everyone. The special includes material from their new EP Six Pack, and from an album to be released this spring, presents a mix of classic hits from the 1950s and 1960s, the Motown era and contemporary pop hits, all with the classic SNC twist. support this program | more stories like this

Sunday, August 15, 2010 at 8:00pm
Tuesday, August 17, 2010 at 8:00pm
Through a Dog's Eyes
Each year, hundreds of people find hope through a handful of organizations across the country that train assistance dogs for people with disabilities. Follow the journey of recipients as they go through the heartwarming and sometimes difficult process of receiving and becoming acclimated to a dog. The program offers inspiring, hopeful stories that show how dogs can affect everyone’s life. support this program | more stories like this

Sunday, August 15, 2010 at 9:30pm
Rock, Rhythm and Doo Wop
This program reunites original legends of rock’n’roll for a once-in-a-lifetime performance. Hosted by pop music legends Frankie Valli, Jerry (The Iceman) Butler and Lloyd Price, the program also boasts a surprise appearance by Little Richard. Among the many performers is Fred Parris, who comes out of retirement after a decade to join the Five Satins in a performance of "In the Still of the Night."
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Monday, August 16, 2010 at 8:00pm
From Gershwin to Garland: A Musical Journey with Richard Glazier
Weaving fascinating commentary with entertaining piano performances, this program provides a new understanding of - and renewed appreciation for - great American composers and singers of the past. In an intimate studio setting, renowned pianist Richard Glazier performs "I Got Rhythm," "Someone to Watch Over Me," "An American in Paris," "Over the Rainbow,"  "Rhapsody in Blue" and many more beloved songs. support this program | more stories like this