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Credit: Courtesy of TJL Productions Contact: Cara White, cara.white@mac.com Photo Caption: Singer-songwriter John Sebastian of The Lovin' Spoonful ("Do You Believe In Magic") hosts JOHN SEBASTIAN PRESENTS FOLK REWIND.

Tonight at 8:00pm on TV 26 and WETA HD

John Sebastian Presents: Folk Rewind

Presented by the lead singer of The Lovin' Spoonful, Folk Rewind focuses on the greatest singers and songwriters of the classic 1950s and 1960s folk era.

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Nicole Lacroix

Nicole Lacroix is the weekday afternoon host on Classical WETA 90.9 FM. Lacroix spent fifteen years at the former WGMS in Washington, with stints at VOA, KDFC San Francisco and at Baltimore's WJHU and WBJC.

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Nature Cat

Nature Cat follows Fred, a house cat who dreams of exploring the great outdoors and learn about nature with the help of his animal friends.

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Doc Martin

Martin Clunes plays brash, abrasive doctor Martin Ellingham, whose blunt opinions and tactless manner make waves in a small community on England's Cornish coast.

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Classical Breakdown

Handel's Messiah: Handel's Messiah is one of the more common pieces you'll hear in concert halls during the holiday season. But did you know it was meant for an entirely different holiday?

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Silk

Barrister Martha Costello (Maxine Peake) is under pressure to win cases as she aspires to rise to the rank of Queen's Counsel, also known as "taking Silk."

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Credit: Courtesy of Burning Bright Productions Photo Caption: Lucy Worsley brings a magnificent Tudor Christmas to life, exploring the rituals and riches on the season during Henry VIII's reign.

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The Music And Morality Of Beethoven's Mighty Ninth

December 7, 2019

For nearly 200 years, Beethoven's epic Ninth Symphony, with its powerful "Ode to Joy," has inspired millions. Now conductor Marin Alsop takes it on a world tour.

Famed Conductor Mariss Jansons Has Died, Age 76

December 2, 2019

One of classical music's most beloved and widely heard conductors died Saturday. Born in secret in Nazi-occupied Latvia, he went on to a stunning international career.

The Case Of The Stolen Stradivarius

December 2, 2019

Milwaukee Orchestra concertmaster Frank Almond was carrying his rare Stradivarius violin out to the parking lot after a show when he was suddenly attacked. The violin, worth millions, was stolen.

19th-Century Composer Louise Farrenc's 'Defiant' 3rd Symphony Is Worth A Listen

November 27, 2019

We talk about the daring third symphony of Louise Farrenc, a 19th-century French composer who made her mark then but is little known now.

Florida Duo 'Black Violin' Meshes Hip-Hop And Classical Music

November 22, 2019

Black Violin's new album is called "Take The Stairs."

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Telly Visions

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Famed political satire group The Capitol Steps performs its first show at a Christmas party for the Foreign Relations Committee.

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What’s Your Personal Mister Rogers Affirmation?

As Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood turns 50, we’re reminded of the great advice Fred Rogers has given us over the years. What timeless wisdom from Mister Rogers is perfect for you?

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PBS NewsHour

Produced by WETA and anchored by managing editor Judy Woodruff, PBS NewsHour provides in-depth analysis of current events with a team of seasoned and highly regarded journalists.

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