Gershwin Prize

Joni Mitchell: The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize Teaser
1m 20s

Tune in March 31st to watch Joni Mitchell receive the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize.

All-Star Ensemble - Big Yellow Taxi
S2023 Ep1 | 3m 25s

An all-star ensemble sings "Big Yellow Taxi" at the 2023 Gershwin Prize for Joni Mitchell.

Angélique Kidjo - Help Me
S2023 Ep1 | 3m 49s

Angélique Kidjo performs "Help Me" at the 2023 Gershwin Prize for Joni Mitchell.

Annie Lennox - Both Sides Now
S2023 Ep1 | 5m 3s

Annie Lennox performs "Both Sides Now" at the 2023 Gershwin Prize for Joni Mitchell.

Brandi Carlile & Lucius - Shine
S2023 Ep1 | 5m 6s

Brandi Carlile, Lucius and Celisse perform "Shine" at the 2023 Gershwin Prize.

Carla Hayden Presents The Gershwin Award to Joni Mitchell
S2023 Ep1 | 2m 56s

Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden presents the Gershwin Prize to Joni Mitchell.

Cyndi Lauper - Blue
S2023 Ep1 | 3m 32s

Cyndi Lauper performs "Blue" at the 2023 Gershwin Prize for Joni Mitchell.

Diana Krall - For the Roses
S2023 Ep1 | 4m 17s

Diana Krall performs "For the Roses" at the 2023 Gershwin Prize for Joni Mitchell.

Graham Nash - A Case of You
S2023 Ep1 | 5m 1s

Graham Nash performs "A Case of You" at the 2023 Gershwin Prize concert for Joni Mitchell.

Herbie Hancock and Ledisi - River
S2023 Ep1 | 4m 50s

Ledisi and Herbie Hancock perform "River" at the 2023 Gershwin Prize for Joni Mitchell.

James Taylor - California
S2023 Ep1 | 4m 23s

James Taylor performs "California" at the 2023 Gershwin Prize for Joni Mitchell.

Joni Mitchell - Summertime
S2023 Ep1 | 6m 57s

Gershwin Prize for Popular Song honoree Joni Mitchell performs "Summertime."

Joni Mitchell's Gershwin Prize Acceptance Speech
S2023 Ep1 | 51s

Singer and songwriter Joni Mitchell accepts the 2023 Gershwin Prize for Popular Song.

Marcus Mumford - Carey
S2023 Ep1 | 3m 32s

Marcus Mumford performs "Carey" at the 2023 Gershwin Prize concert honoring Joni Mitchell.

The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize Salutes Lionel Richie
50s

This May, The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song salutes Lionel Richie.

Lionel Richie Accepts the Gershwin Prize
7m 23s

Lionel Richie gives his acceptance speech for the 2022 Gershwin Prize.

Lionel Richie: The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize Teaser
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Join us to celebrate Lionel Richie, the 2022 recipient of the Gershwin Prize.

The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize Salutes Garth Brooks
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This March, The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize salutes Garth Brooks.

Gershwin Prize - Garth Brooks | Promo
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The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song salutes music icon, Garth Brooks.

Garth Brooks and Band Perform Thunder Rolls
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Garth Brooks and Band Perform the award-winning hit song, Thunder Rolls.

Emilio and Gloria Estefan: Gershwin Prize | Preview
30s

Watch Emilio and Gloria Estefan receive the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize.

Inside Look | Emilio and Gloria Estefan 2019
1m 30s

Emilio and Gloria Estefan discuss receiving the Gershwin Prize

Tony Bennett: The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize Promo
S2017 Ep1 | 30s

Watch Tony Bennett receive the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize.

CeeLo Green | Smokey Robinson: The Gershwin Prize
S2016 Ep1 | 2m 59s

CeeLo Green performs as a tribute to Smokey Robinson, recipient of the Gershwin Prize.

Corinne Bailey Rae | Smokey Robinson: The Gershwin Prize
S2016 Ep1 | 3m 14s

Corinne Bailey Rae performs as a tribute to Gershwin Prize recipient Smokey Robinson.

Esperanza Spalding | Smokey Robinson: The Gershwin Prize
S2016 Ep1 | 3m 17s

Esperanza Spalding performs as a tribute to Gershwin Prize recipient Smokey Robinson.

JoJo | Smokey Robinson: The Gershwin Prize
S2016 Ep1 | 4m 7s

JoJo performs as a tribute to Smokey Robinson, recipient of the Gershwin Prize.

Tegan Marie | Smokey Robinson: The Gershwin Prize
S2016 Ep1 | 3m 3s

Tegan Marie performs as a tribute to Smokey Robinson, recipient of the Gershwin Prize.

Finale | Smokey Robinson: The Gershwin Prize
S2016 Ep1 | 3m 21s

Watch an all-star tribute to Library of Congress Gershwin Prize recipient Smokey Robinson.

The Library of Congress Interview with Smokey Robinson
S2016 Ep1 | 13m 58s

Carla Hayden of The Library of Congress interviews Smokey Robinson.

Smokey Robinson: The Gershwin Prize | Trailer
S2016 Ep1 | 29s

Enjoy an all-star tribute to Library of Congress Gershwin Prize recipient Smokey Robinson.

Willie Nelson: The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize Promo
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Watch Willie Nelson: The Gershwin Prize for Popular song.

Billy Joel: The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize Preview
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Billy Joel: The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize premieres January 2, 2015 on PBS.

Boyz II Men Perform "The Longest Time"
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Boyz II Men perform "The Longest Time" at the 2014 Gershwin Prize.

Josh Groban & Sharon Isbin Perform " She's Always A Woman"
4m 9s

Josh Groban & Sharon Isbin perform " She's Always A Woman" at the 2014 Gershwin Prize.

Natalie Maines Performs "She's Got A Way"
3m 41s

Natalie Maines Performs "She's Got A Way" at the 2014 Gershwin Prize.

Tony Bennett Performs "New York State of Mind"
4m 10s

Tony Bennett Performs "New York State of Mind" at the 2014 Gershwin Prize.

Billy Joel: Started Singing
1m

Billy Joel shares his early memories of singing.

Billy Joel: Why I Liked The Beatles
1m 17s

Billy Joel shares what attracted him to The Beatles.

Billy Joel: Can Be Done Moments
1m 6s

Billy Joel talks about his "it can be done" moments.

Carole King: Library of Congress Gershwin Prize
S2013 Ep1 | 30s

Airs Friday, December 6, 2013 at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT. Check your local listings.

Billy Joel: Locomotion
S2013 Ep1 | 2m 33s

Billy Joel performs Carole King's hit song, "Locomotion."

Promo
S2010 Ep1 | 32s

Watch Paul McCartney: The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song.