Summary: John James Audubon's story is dramatic and surprising. He was not born in America, but saw more of the North American continent than virtually anyone alive. His growing apprehension about the destruction of nature became his prophecy. As an artist and naturalist his achievements were monumental. John James Audubon: Drawn from Nature creates a meaningful portrait of Art and Science in the first...
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: PBS 2016
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1 available in E-TV DVDs, Call number: DVD E-TV JOHSummary: A complex and entertaining portrait of Ted Williams who was as obsessive as he was talented, the documentary reveals his complicated relationships with family and friends and explores the impact he has had on the current generation of MLB stars. Features Bob Costas, Wade Boggs, Roger Angell and Joey Votto. Narrated by Jon Hamm.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: PBS Distribution 2018
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1 available in E-TV DVDs, Call number: DVD E-TV TEDSummary: International art sensation Keith Haring blazed a trail through the legendary art scene of '80s New York and revolutionized the worlds of pop culture and fine art. Haring's message targeted the underlying threat of violence, sexual exploitation, and political oppression. His art was shown in over one hundred group and solo exhibitions during his lifetime and he continues to be celebrated today.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: 2020
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1 available in E-TV DVDs, Call number: DVD E-TV KEISummary: Alvin Ailey was a trailblazing pioneer who found salvation through dance. AILEY traces the full contours of this brilliant and enigmatic man whose search for the truth in movement resulted in enduring choreography that centers on the Black American experience with grace, strength, and unparalleled beauty. Told through Ailey's own words and featuring evocative archival footage and interviews...
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: 2021
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1 available in Documentary DVDs, Call number: DVD DOC AILVarious artists
Contents: Just a closer walk with Thee (Aubrey Ghent & friends) -- There's a leak in this old building (Paramount Singers) -- I want my crown (Big Joe & Mary Williams) -- Sinner don't you know (Robert Pete Williams) -- I feel good (The Campbell Brothers featuring Katie Jackson) -- I'm going over the hill (Annie Mae & Fred McDowell) -- Gonna wait till a change come (Elder Roma Wilson) -- Farther along...
Format: sound recording-musical
Publisher / Publication Date: Arhoolie 1997
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1 available in Compact Audio Disc, Call number: CD RELIGIOUS 15Contents: Zydeco sont pas sale (Clifton Chenier) (3:10) -- Lafayette special (Sam Brothers 5) (2:02) -- Rag around your head (John Delafose) (4:05) -- Old time zydeco (Ambrose Sam) (3:18) -- I'm coming home (C.J. Chenier) (4:54) -- Les blues du voyageur (Alphonse "Bois Sec" Ardoin) (3:00) -- "Tante na-na (Preston Frank's Swallow Band) (2:07) -- I'm on a wonder (Clifton Chenier) (4:51) -- Cofair (Lawrence...
Format: sound recording-musical
Publisher / Publication Date: Arhoolie 1997
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1 available in Compact Audio Disc, Call number: CD INTERNATIONAL/NORTH AMERICAN FIFOrquesta Sinfónica Simón Bolívar
Contents: Uirapurú / Heitor Villa-Lobos (18:41) -- Suite de caballos de vapor = Horse-power suite / Carlos Chávez (25:21) -- Estancia / Alberto Ginastera (12:15).
Format: sound recording-musical
Publisher / Publication Date: Dorian 1995
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1 available in Compact Audio Disc, Call number: CD CLASSICAL LATMcCoury, Del
Contents: White House blues (2:12) -- Eli Renfro (3:26) -- Are you coming back to me? (3:17) -- I've endured (2:19) -- Call collect on Christmas (3:44) -- A good man like me (2:28) -- Rock hearts (2:30) -- J.D. Jones (2:24) -- My Dixie home (1:45) -- Hand your head in shame (2:39) -- Drifting with the tide (2:00) -- I've been crying (2:25).
Format: sound recording-musical
Publisher / Publication Date: Rebel Records 2001