Documentary series focusing on great American artists and personalities.
Since its premiere in 1986, this Emmy-winning documentary series has presented hundreds of hours comprising profiles of outstanding American cultural artists. Past subjects have included Charlie Chaplin, Helen Hayes, pop icon Andy Warhol, singer Billie Holiday, and Composer and Conductor Leonard Bernstein.
1. Sister Rosetta Tharpe: The Godmother of Rock & Roll
Aired: Feb 22, 2013Southern-born, Chicago-raised and New York-made. She could play the guitar li...
Aired: Mar 29, 2013 American Masters explores the life and career of Pulitzer Prize- and National...
Aired: May 20, 2013 In 60-years in show business, he has earned more awards than any other living...
Aired: Sep 10, 2013 This documentary looks back to the 12-year-old southern California girl who p...
5. Jimi Hendrix: Hear My Train a Comin'
Aired: Nov 5, 2013the Definitive documentary about the extraordinary life of the greatest guita...
Aired: Nov 30, -1
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Current Status: Returning Series
Network: PBS
Genres: Documentary, Music, History, Biography
