Classical
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The Politics and Passion of Ukrainian Classical Pianist Valentina Lisitsa
Being Ukrainian by birth and being pro-Vladimir Putin supporter will not win a lot of popularity contests in the former Soviet sattelite state. It's akin to spouting the virtues of Karl Marx on the steps of the Indiana state capital. Valentina Lisitsa is blonde, would be considered good looking by a numerous amount of people, and is a sublimely talented pianist. She is also very opinionated about the politics of her birthland, even though she no longer calls it home. Eight years ago, her career was finished. No record deal or tour dates to speak of, so Valentina turned to the internet, specifically Youtube and filmed herself playing piano. The results were very surprising. Probably even for Valentina. Willie Nelson to Receive Library of Congress Prize on PBS
Willie Nelson's name might not come to mind when you think about the Gershwin Brothers but that will soon change upon the release of his new album. Country music's original outlaw was awarded the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song last November, and to honor the occasion Nelson is releasing, Summertime: Willie Nelson Sings Gershwin -- proving that he too has long admired Ira and George Gershwin's contribution to modern music. PBS will be broadcasting the Library of Congress ceremony from last year which included performances by everyone to Edie Brickell to Neil Young, this Friday night at 9 p.m.
