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Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Music does more than just entertain, it moves, informs and inspires us. In the next two weeks, tpt brings you the very best in televised musical performances. From the Big Band era, to guitar legend Eric Clapton to Josh Groban to Minnesota's local musicians, composers and vocal groups, you'll have the opportunity to indulge all your musical tastes!
Program Highlights
See this internationally acclaimed Twin Cities-based vocal group as they sing everything from Gregorian chants to Shaker spirituals. Co-produced with the Rose Ensemble.
 | Sunday, May 31, 7pm |
 | Sunday, June 7, 11am |
Guitar legend Eric Clapton and his longtime friend Steve Winwood reunite for a once in a lifetime concert at New York's Madison Square Garden.
 | Sunday, May 31, 8:35pm |
| Tuesday, June 2, 8pm |
As Time Goes By Pledge Event
Britcom Fans! Tune in for a special Britcom event and find out what you need to do to keep British comedies on tpt!
| Monday, June 1, 10pm |
The Big Band Years
Enjoy a music retrospective featuring the best of the Big Band era; this program mixes live, rare, and thrilling, unreleased footage.
| Tuesday, June 2, 6pm |
| Monday, June 8, 8:10pm |
Josh Groban performs favorites from his best-selling albums in an intimate setting. This stunning performance features special guest appearances and includes "Alla Luce del Sole," "You Are Loved (Don't Give Up)" and "February Song."
| Sunday, June 7, 8:30pm |
Never Stop Singing
Minnesota is renowned for its outstanding choral music. Explore that passion with musicians & composers in a co-production with producer Peter Myers.
| Sunday, June 7, 8pm |
| Sunday, June 14, 12pm |
The MN Video Vault is a new, web-based, on-demand video service that contains hundreds of hours of tpt shows, from documentaries to performances. Under development for several years, MN Video Vault is now ready for testing, and we need your help! Log on at www.mnvideovault.org and click on the "Rate this Site" button.
 50 years of Minnesota Arts, History and Politics.
For Kids and Parents
Celebrate that first birthday with Elmo, go swimming with Curious George, or zoom off with Super Why! All these fun options are at your fingertips on PBS KIDS's Photo Factory. This fun tool allows you to put your child in a photo with a PBS KIDS character. Simply upload a photo, select a cool frame, choose a character and print. Create your own photo project today!
Programming Note:
During June Pledge (6/1-6/10), the daytime schedule on tpt 2 will feature special programs. Please check www.tpt.org for schedule information.
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