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A musical odyssey from slave-era spirituals to contemporary rap, conducted by multi-talented "tour guide" Kerrigan Black.

Extended version of Christopher Nupen's award winning documentary about freedom, survival and the extraordinary place of music in the Nazi concentration camps. 

In this acclaimed BBC documentary, the wonders of European thought, philosophy, architecture, art, music and literature are explored, from the final days of Ancient Rome and the Middle Ages through the Renaissance and into contemporary times.

Children of different cultures share a love of music. Kostadin of Bulgaria has a passion for the kaval, a type of flute, but his father frowns on it because he needs his help in the fields.

Children of different cultures share one thing: a love of music which is their source of joy and motivation. Carlito lives in Columbia and wants to play accordion in the "Vallenato" musical style that he grew up hearing.

Children around the world share a passion for music.  Lucumi, from Havana, has heard the drums all his life and dreams of becoming a great rhumbero.

Children of different cultures share one thing: a love of music which is their source of joy and motivation.  12 yr. old Antonio lives in Andalusia. Born into a Gypsy family of flamenco artists, he dreams of performing on television. 

 Valeaira Luppens & Greg Foreman. 29 short units to help kids "understand music in relation to history and culture". (Nat;l Standards #9)

Explore the role of music and patriotism during the War of 1812

A reenactment of daily life in colonial America where music was a ritual part. Great for music and history classes!

The Story of the Recycled Orchestra of Paraguay by Susan Hood and Sally Wern Comport

The Story of the Recycled Orchestra of Paraguay by Susan Hood, illus. by Sally Wern Compo and documentary DVD.

The fairy tale of the miller's daughter who gets help spinning straw into gold.  LaVar Burton visits the Renaissance festival where daily life is re-enacted and traveling performers.