TV Highlights on KCTS 9
MUSIC HIGHLIGHTS:
The Lawrence Welk Show: Christmas
Saturday, December 19 at 5:00 p.m.
This beloved Christmas show from 1972 opens with "Jingle Bells," Norma Zimmer and the group sing "Silent Night" and Arthur Duncan knows how to "Ring Those Christmas Bells". The program also includes such holiday favorites as "Sweet Little Jesus Boy" by Guy Hovis and Ralna English and "O Holy Night" by Joe Feeney.
This beloved Christmas show from 1972 opens with "Jingle Bells," Norma Zimmer and the group sing "Silent Night" and Arthur Duncan knows how to "Ring Those Christmas Bells". The program also includes such holiday favorites as "Sweet Little Jesus Boy" by Guy Hovis and Ralna English and "O Holy Night" by Joe Feeney.
Happy Holidays: The Best of the Andy Williams Christmas Shows
Saturday, December 19 at 7:00 p.m.
Interviews with the beloved television personality are featured with clips of classic performances.
Interviews with the beloved television personality are featured with clips of classic performances.
National Christmas Tree Lighting 2009
Saturday, December 19 at 8:00 p.m.
Celebrating its 86th year, the Lighting of the National Christmas Tree signals the start of the holiday season across the country.
Celebrating its 86th year, the Lighting of the National Christmas Tree signals the start of the holiday season across the country.
Austin City Limits: Pearl Jam
Saturday, December 19 at 11:00 p.m.
Classic alternative rockers Pearl Jam take the ACL stage with tunes from their latest album, Backspacer, as well as catalogue favorites.
Classic alternative rockers Pearl Jam take the ACL stage with tunes from their latest album, Backspacer, as well as catalogue favorites.
Austin City Limits: Tribute to Bluesman Jimmy Reed
Sunday, December 20 at 12:00 p.m.
Blues luminaries pays tribute to the composer of "Ain't That Lovin' You Baby," and "Big Boss Man."
Blues luminaries pays tribute to the composer of "Ain't That Lovin' You Baby," and "Big Boss Man."
Keeping Score: Shostakovich: Symphony No. 5
Sunday, December 20 at 2:00 p.m.
The arresting symphony that would redeem Shostakovich or condemn him to the Gulag is investigated.
The arresting symphony that would redeem Shostakovich or condemn him to the Gulag is investigated.
Urban Nutcracker: Anatomy of a Ballet
Sunday, December 20 at 3:00 p.m.
Sunday, December 20 at 11:00 p.m.
A diverse group of dancers, artists and crew face challenges while presenting the holiday classic.
Sunday, December 20 at 11:00 p.m.
A diverse group of dancers, artists and crew face challenges while presenting the holiday classic.
Christmas at Belmont 2009
Wednesday, December 23 at 8:00 p.m.
Trisha Yearwood hosts as Belmont University faculty and students perform carols and seasonal songs.
Trisha Yearwood hosts as Belmont University faculty and students perform carols and seasonal songs.
Great Performances: La Boheme
Wednesday, December 23 at 9:00 p.m.
Anna Netrebko and Rolando Villazon star as the doomed lovers in Giacomo Puccinis' enduring story.
Anna Netrebko and Rolando Villazon star as the doomed lovers in Giacomo Puccinis' enduring story.
Keeping Score: Shostakovich: Symphony No. 5
Sunday, December 20 at 2:00 p.m.
The arresting symphony that would redeem Shostakovich or condemn him to the Gulag is investigated.
The arresting symphony that would redeem Shostakovich or condemn him to the Gulag is investigated.
Christmas at Luther: Night of Glory, Dawn of Peace
Thursday, December 24 at 12:00 p.m.
The program features over 600 musicians from Luther College's vocal music groups and instrumental ensembles performing traditional Christmas carols and sacred choral music.
The program features over 600 musicians from Luther College's vocal music groups and instrumental ensembles performing traditional Christmas carols and sacred choral music.
Christmas at Belmont 2009
Thursday, December 24 at 1:00 p.m.
Trisha Yearwood hosts as Belmont University faculty and students perform carols and seasonal songs.
Trisha Yearwood hosts as Belmont University faculty and students perform carols and seasonal songs.
Great Performances: Dance in America: San Francisco Ballet's Nutcracker
Thursday, December 24 at 7:00 p.m.
A dazzling interpretation of the holiday story, set during the city's 1915 Pan-Pacific Exposition.
A dazzling interpretation of the holiday story, set during the city's 1915 Pan-Pacific Exposition.
Christmas with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir Featuring Audra McDonald and Peter Graves
Thursday, December 24 at 9:00 p.m.
Four-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald and veteran movie and television star Peter Graves join the renowned Mormon Tabernacle Choir and the Orchestra at Temple Square in an annual holiday concert that this year includes African-American spirituals and a medley of contemporary favorites.
Four-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald and veteran movie and television star Peter Graves join the renowned Mormon Tabernacle Choir and the Orchestra at Temple Square in an annual holiday concert that this year includes African-American spirituals and a medley of contemporary favorites.
Great Performances: Sting: A Winter's Night
Thursday, December 24 at 10:00 p.m.
The pop superstar welcomes the holidays with songs, carols and lullabies spanning the centuries.
The pop superstar welcomes the holidays with songs, carols and lullabies spanning the centuries.
Michael McDonald - This Christmas: A Soundstage Special Event
Thursday, December 24 at 11:00 p.m.
The soulful singer performs "White Christmas," "What Christmas Means to Me" and other favorites.
The soulful singer performs "White Christmas," "What Christmas Means to Me" and other favorites.
L.A. Holiday Celebration 2009
Friday, December 25 at 12:00 p.m.
A music and dance show featuring performers with African, Asian, European and Latino backgrounds.
A music and dance show featuring performers with African, Asian, European and Latino backgrounds.
Faith Hill, Joy to the World: A Soundstage Special Event
Friday, December 25 at 1:00 p.m.
Faith performs holiday favorites backed by an orchestra led by esteemed conductor David Campbell.
Faith performs holiday favorites backed by an orchestra led by esteemed conductor David Campbell.
Ives: New England Holidays Symphony In Concert
Friday, December 25 at 3:00 p.m.
Charles Ive's composition, based on the folk songs, hymns and marches of his youth, is performed.
Charles Ive's composition, based on the folk songs, hymns and marches of his youth, is performed.
The Lawrence Welk Show: Winter
Saturday, December 26 at 5:00 p.m.
The Champagne Music Makers present a "Winter Show" as they sing "Button Up Your Overcoat." JoAnn Castle goes all out on "Skater's Boogie" and the Lennon Sisters sing one of their favorites, "A Marshmallow World." Bob Lido and the Boys present a Dixie version of "I Can't Give You Anything But Love", and Dick Dale sings "Let It Snow".
The Champagne Music Makers present a "Winter Show" as they sing "Button Up Your Overcoat." JoAnn Castle goes all out on "Skater's Boogie" and the Lennon Sisters sing one of their favorites, "A Marshmallow World." Bob Lido and the Boys present a Dixie version of "I Can't Give You Anything But Love", and Dick Dale sings "Let It Snow".
Austin City Limits: The Arcade Fire
Saturday, December 26 at 11:00 p.m.
Canadian indie rock marvel Arcade Fire brings its powerful artistic melodrama to the AUSTIN CITY LIMITS stage in celebration of its acclaimed second album, The Neon Bible.
Canadian indie rock marvel Arcade Fire brings its powerful artistic melodrama to the AUSTIN CITY LIMITS stage in celebration of its acclaimed second album, The Neon Bible.
Austin City Limits: Kings of Leon/Roky Erickson
Sunday, December 27 at 12:00 a.m.
This Nashville band of brothers rocks the studio, followed by the Texas rock and roll legend.
This Nashville band of brothers rocks the studio, followed by the Texas rock and roll legend.
Berlioz: Symphonie Fantastique in Concert
Sunday, December 27 at 1:00 a.m.
Michael Tilson Thomas and the San Francisco Symphony perform Hector Berlioz's romantic symphony.
Michael Tilson Thomas and the San Francisco Symphony perform Hector Berlioz's romantic symphony.
Great Performances at the Met: Tosca
Sunday, December 27 at 2:00 p.m.
James Levine conducts Giacomo Puccini's Tosca, staged by Luc Bondy and starring Karita Mattila.
James Levine conducts Giacomo Puccini's Tosca, staged by Luc Bondy and starring Karita Mattila.
From The Top at Carnegie Hall Special Edition
Sunday, December 27 at 4:30 p.m.
Sixteen-year-old marimba player Joshua Jones of Chicago finds rhythm all around him, sometimes even while doing his household chores.
Sixteen-year-old marimba player Joshua Jones of Chicago finds rhythm all around him, sometimes even while doing his household chores.
P.O.V.: Patti Smith: Dream of Life
Wednesday, December 30 at 9:00 p.m.
Performance clips and personal reflections create an intimate portrait of the legendary rocker.
Performance clips and personal reflections create an intimate portrait of the legendary rocker.
Live from Lincoln Center: New York Philharmonic New Year's Eve: Hampson, Gershwin, Copland & Broadway
Thursday, December 31 at 8:00 p.m.
The symphony orchestra and music director Alan Gilbert usher in 2010 with baritone Thomas Hampson.
The symphony orchestra and music director Alan Gilbert usher in 2010 with baritone Thomas Hampson.
