Now Hear This "Virtuosos" Preview
Preview: Season 51 Episode 15 | 30sVideo has Closed Captions
Explore the work of two legendary virtuosos, Niccolò Paganini and Robert Johnson.
Explore the work of two legendary virtuosos, Niccolò Paganini and Robert Johnson, along with stars of today, Augustin Hadelich and Keb' Mo'. Joined by Cirque du Soleil acrobats, discover the secrets of being a virtuoso.
Major series funding for GREAT PERFORMANCES is provided by The Joseph & Robert Cornell Memorial Foundation, the Anna-Maria and Stephen Kellen Arts Fund, the LuEsther T. Mertz Charitable Trust, Sue...
Now Hear This "Virtuosos" Preview
Preview: Season 51 Episode 15 | 30sVideo has Closed Captions
Explore the work of two legendary virtuosos, Niccolò Paganini and Robert Johnson, along with stars of today, Augustin Hadelich and Keb' Mo'. Joined by Cirque du Soleil acrobats, discover the secrets of being a virtuoso.
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Niccolo Paganini was the greatest violin virtuoso of all time.
What does it take to become and remain a virtuoso?
I decided to investigate by looking at great performers across styles and art forms.
Listen to the music of Parmigiano.
Virtuosity is an attitude that the impossible is possible.
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Behind the Scenes with Cirque du Soleil's Band
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Go behind the scenes of Cirque du Soleil with music director Aaron Guidry. (4m 55s)
Niccolò Paganini Descendent Debunks Family Rumors
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Scott Yoo meets with a descendent of Paganini to discuss the virtuoso's life. (2m 57s)
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Major series funding for GREAT PERFORMANCES is provided by The Joseph & Robert Cornell Memorial Foundation, the Anna-Maria and Stephen Kellen Arts Fund, the LuEsther T. Mertz Charitable Trust, Sue...