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Gershwin Prize

Joni Mitchell: The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize Teaser

Season 2023 | 1m 20s

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. Tune in to PBS, 9 p.m. ET on Friday, March 31st to watch Joni Mitchell receive the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize.

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.
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Elton John and Bernie Taupin: Gershwin Prize| Preview
Enjoy an all-star tribute to 2024 Gershwin Prize winners Elton John and Bernie Taupin
Preview: S2024 E1 | 0:30
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Elton John and Bernie Taupin: Gershwin Prize | Sneak Peek
Artists sing praises to Elton and Bernie from the 2024 Gershwin Prize red carpet.
Preview: S2024 E1 | 1:09
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Jacob Lusk | "Bennie and the Jets"
Jacob Lusk of the band Gabriels performs "Bennie and the Jets" at the 2024 Gershwin Prize.
Clip: S2024 E1 | 5:50
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Billy Porter | "The Bitch is Back"
Billy Porter performs "The Bitch is Back" at the 2024 Gershwin Prize concert.
Clip: S2024 E1 | 3:48
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Metallica | Funeral for a Friend and Love Lies Bleeding
Metallica plays a powerful rendition of "Funeral for a Friend/Love Lies Bleeding."
Clip: S2024 E1 | 8:11
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Elton John and Bernie Taupin | "Saturday Night's Alright for Fighting"
Elton John performs "Saturday Night's Alright for Fighting" at the 2024 Gershwin Prize.
Clip: S2024 E1 | 5:08
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Garth Brooks | "Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word"
Garth Brooks performs "Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word" at the 2024 Gershwin Prize.
Clip: S2024 E1 | 3:49
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Gershwin Prize
Elton John and Bernie Taupin: Gershwin Prize | Acceptance Speech
Elton John and Bernie Taupin reflect on their extraordinary journey in music.
Clip: S2024 E1 | 6:23
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Gershwin Prize
Annie Lennox Sings "Border Song"
Annie Lennox sings "Border Song" at the 2024 Gershwin Prize for Popular Song concert.
Clip: S2024 E1 | 3:48
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Elton John Performs "Mona Lisa and Mad Hatters"
Elton John performs "Mona Lisa and Mad Hatters" at the 2024 Gershwin Prize concert.
Clip: S2024 E1 | 5:04
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Elton John and Bernie Taupin: Gershwin Prize
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Episode: S2024 E1 | 1:54:05
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Joni Mitchell: The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize
Watch Joni Mitchell receive the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize.
Episode: S2023 E1 | 1:24:06
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Lionel Richie: Gershwin Prize
Watch Lionel Richie receive the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize.
Episode: S2022 E1 | 55:24
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Paul McCartney: Gershwin Prize
Watch Paul McCartney: The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song.
Episode: S2010 E1
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Gershwin Prize
Garth Brooks: Gershwin Prize
Watch Garth Brooks receive the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize.
Episode: S2020 E1 | 1:55:41
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Emilio and Gloria Estefan: Gershwin Prize
Watch Emilio and Gloria Estefan receive the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize.
Episode: S2019 E1 | 1:25:41
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Tony Bennett: The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize
Watch Tony Bennett receive the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize.
Episode: S2017 E1 | 1:25:36
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Smokey Robinson: The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize
Watch Smokey Robinson receive the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize.
Episode: S2016 E1 | 1:24:54
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Willie Nelson: The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize
Watch Willie Nelson: The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize.
Episode: S2015 E1 | 1:25:47
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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