Howcast - Learn the history of jazz dance from jazz dance expert Liz Piccoli in this Howcast dance video.

Explore the rich history of jazz, a uniquely American genre that blends spirituals, gospel, ragtime, and blues into a dynamic, improvisational art form. Learn how jazz evolved from its early days in New Orleans to global popularity,...

The Great American Songbook, a collection of jazz standards and show tunes created by talented songwriters in early 20th century New York, provided solace and joy during difficult times in U.S. history.

The film industry was set in motion in 1891 when Thomas Edison successfully demonstrated the Kinetoscope (Kinetoscope), a tool that allowed one person at a time to view moving pictures. A few years later in Paris, (Paris, 1895) the...

The film industry was set in motion in 1891 when Thomas Edison successfully demonstrated the Kinetoscope (Kinetoscope), a tool that allowed one person at a time to view moving pictures. A few years later in Paris, (Paris, 1895) the...

Copenhagen is a vibrant city known for its historical landmarks, world-class cuisine, and lively jazz music scene. Explore the city's cultural heritage by visiting iconic sites such as the Little Mermaid statue and navigating the city's...

Just the Facts: The Emergence of America Uses fascinating historical footage to explore six decades thats shaped Modern America. The series examines the Gilded Age in the late 19th century, the Progressive Era of the early 20th century,...

HipHughes flows though the Election of 2000 like sweet jazz, dancing through the ins and outs of the most contested election since Jefferson screwed Adams in 1800.

The electric guitar comes from a long line of stringed instruments leading all the way back to the lute! Learn how and why the instrument transformed into its amplified and electric form and how it has evolved into an iconic instrument...

Duke Ellington was born April 29, 1899, in Washington, D.C. A major figure in the history of jazz music, his career spanned more than half a century, during which time he composed thousands of songs for the stage, screen and contemporary...

The Stono Rebellion of 1739 saw enslaved people rise up using coded sounds that sowed the seeds of jazz, blues and hip hop.

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the electrifying atmosphere of Harlem's legendary Cotton Club as we explore Duke Ellington's groundbreaking opening night performance on this episode of The Black History Buff...

Ken Burns has been making documentary films for over forty years. Since the Academy Award nominated Brooklyn Bridge in 1981, Ken has gone on to direct and produce some of the most acclaimed historical documentaries ever made,...

Discovering New Orleans, USA:Experience the charm of southern hospitality in the vibrant city of New Orleans. Indulge in delectable cuisine and immerse yourself in the soulful rhythms of its music scene. Delve into the city's rich...

Twerking is mainstream now ... but do you know where it came from? Superstar Lizzo traces booty shaking to a traditional West African dance and tells how Black women across generations kept the rhythm alive, from blues and jazz singers...

This week, researchers reveal the single most important influence on music since 1960. Also, turns out that sleepwalking and sleep terrors are genetically linked.

Southern Rock can be linked back to March 26th, 1969 when Duane Allman, the founder and leader of the Allman Brothers Band, summoned his brother Gregg to join a band he patched together that was fusing blues, jazz, and country music --...

Just the Facts: The Emergence of Modern America: The Progressive Era uses fascinating historical footage to explore six decades that shaped modern America. The series examines the Gilded Age in the late 19th century, the Progressive Era...

Just the Facts: The Emergence of America Uses fascinating historical footage to explore six decades thats shaped Modern America. The series examines the Gilded Age in the late 19th century, the Progressive Era of the early 20th century,...

Just the Facts: The Emergence of America Uses fascinating historical footage to explore six decades thats shaped Modern America. The series examines the Gilded Age in the late 19th century, the Progressive Era of the early 20th century,...

Just the Facts: The Emergence of America Uses fascinating historical footage to explore six decades thats shaped Modern America. The series examines the Gilded Age in the late 19th century, the Progressive Era of the early 20th century,...

Just the Facts: The Emergence of America Uses fascinating historical footage to explore six decades thats shaped Modern America. The series examines the Gilded Age in the late 19th century, the Progressive Era of the early 20th century,...

Nothing changed movies like the arrival of synchronous sound. NOTHING! Acting, directing, cinematography, and presentation all had to be rethought. Some studios were more quick to take on the challenge while others waited until the last...

Learn about one of the most famous jazz musicians of all time, Louis Armstrong, and how he changed the world with his trumpet, voice, and unique style.