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Great Performances S49E25 — Now Hear This "New American Voices"

Great Performances•Season 49•Episode 25

Now Hear This "New American Voices"

Apr 29, 202255 min

Scott Yoo discovers how American composers are inspired by their immigrant roots today through two composers: Brazilian-born Sergio Assad and Indian American Reena Esmail.

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Episode Summary

"Now Hear This "New American Voices"" is episode 25 of Great Performances season 49. It aired on April 29, 2022.

Next: E26 · Great Performances at the Met: Cinderella Best of Season 49