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Gershwin Prize

Joni Mitchell: The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize

Season 2023 Episode 1 | 1hr 24m 06s

After getting her start in coffee shops Joni Mitchell went on to set a new standard, marrying music and lyrics with such songs as “Both Sides, Now.” While her early material is often categorized as “folk,” she became a household name with music that defies categorization.

Aired: 03/23/23 | Expires: 09/30/23
Corporate funding provided by Wells Fargo. Major support provided by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, AARP, The Leonore S. Gershwin Trust and The Ira & Leonore Gershwin Philanthropic Fund. Funding also provided by the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers; FTS International; and William C. Burton. Travel provided by United Airlines.
Extras
Watch • 1:20
Gershwin Prize
Joni Mitchell: The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize Teaser
Tune in March 31st to watch Joni Mitchell receive the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize.
Preview: S2023 | 1:20
Watch • 0:51
Gershwin Prize
Joni Mitchell's Gershwin Prize Acceptance Speech
Singer and songwriter Joni Mitchell accepts the 2023 Gershwin Prize for Popular Song.
Clip: S2023 E1 | 0:51
Watch • 5:01
Gershwin Prize
Graham Nash Performs A Case of You
Graham Nash performs "A Case of You" at the 2023 Gershwin Prize concert for Joni Mitchell.
Clip: S2023 E1 | 5:01
Watch • 3:25
Gershwin Prize
An All-Star Ensemble Performs Big Yellow Taxi
An all-star ensemble sings "Big Yellow Taxi" at the 2023 Gershwin Prize for Joni Mitchell.
Clip: S2023 E1 | 3:25
Watch • 4:23
Gershwin Prize
James Taylor Performs California
James Taylor performs "California" at the 2023 Gershwin Prize for Joni Mitchell.
Clip: S2023 E1 | 4:23
Watch • 6:57
Gershwin Prize
Joni Mitchell Sings Summertime
Gershwin Prize for Popular Song honoree Joni Mitchell performs "Summertime."
Clip: S2023 E1 | 6:57
Watch • 4:50
Gershwin Prize
Herbie Hancock and Ledisi Perform River
Ledisi and Herbie Hancock perform "River" at the 2023 Gershwin Prize for Joni Mitchell.
Clip: S2023 E1 | 4:50
Watch • 5:06
Gershwin Prize
Brandi Carlile, Lucius and Celisse Perform Shine
Brandi Carlile, Lucius and Celisse perform "Shine" at the 2023 Gershwin Prize.
Clip: S2023 E1 | 5:06
Watch • 3:32
Gershwin Prize
Cyndi Lauper Sings Blue
Cyndi Lauper performs "Blue" at the 2023 Gershwin Prize for Joni Mitchell.
Clip: S2023 E1 | 3:32
Watch • 3:49
Gershwin Prize
Angélique Kidjo Sings Help Me
Angélique Kidjo performs "Help Me" at the 2023 Gershwin Prize for Joni Mitchell.
Clip: S2023 E1 | 3:49
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Watch • 55:24
Gershwin Prize
Lionel Richie: Gershwin Prize
Watch Lionel Richie receive the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize.
Episode: S2022 E1 | 55:24
Gershwin Prize
Paul McCartney: Gershwin Prize
Watch Paul McCartney: The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song.
Episode: S2010 E1
Watch • 1:55:41
Gershwin Prize
Garth Brooks: Gershwin Prize
Watch Garth Brooks receive the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize.
Episode: S2020 E1 | 1:55:41
Watch • 1:25:41
Gershwin Prize
Emilio and Gloria Estefan: Gershwin Prize
Watch Emilio and Gloria Estefan receive the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize.
Episode: S2019 E1 | 1:25:41
Watch • 1:25:36
Gershwin Prize
Tony Bennett: The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize
Watch Tony Bennett receive the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize.
Episode: S2017 E1 | 1:25:36
Watch • 1:24:54
Gershwin Prize
Smokey Robinson: The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize
Watch Smokey Robinson receive the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize.
Episode: S2016 E1 | 1:24:54
Watch • 1:25:47
Gershwin Prize
Willie Nelson: The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize
Watch Willie Nelson: The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize.
Episode: S2015 E1 | 1:25:47
Watch • 55:16
Gershwin Prize
Carole King: Library of Congress Gershwin Prize Full Episode
Carole King: The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize In Performance at the White House
Episode: S2013 E1 | 55:16