In The Making

Season 37 Episode 3

About the Episode

Follow two performers as they break down barriers in music. Opera singer J’Nai Bridges takes the stage in “A Knee on the Neck,” a choral tribute to George Floyd. Country artist Rissi Palmer redefines success as she works on her latest album, while uplifting other artists of color in the Americana genres.

Aired: | Expires: | Runtime: 3m 53s

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Extras

Edward Hopper's work showed a narrow view of New York

Edward Hopper showed no interest in the growing diversity of America.

2:39
Edward Hopper's simple lifestyle with wife Jo

Edward and Jo Hopper lived an extremely frugal life.

1:55
Edward Hopper's career soared as wife Jo Nivison's faltered

Edward Hopper's career soared while his wife Jo Nivison's faltered.

2:31
Jerry Lewis on comedy and his bond with Sammy Davis, Jr.

Jerry Lewis talks about becoming a comedian and his friendship with Sammy Davis, Jr.

9:45
Norman Lear on Tough Conversations

Norman Lear's work focused on real people and real conversations.

0:28
HOPPER: An American love story

Discover the secrets behind Edward Hopper’s most iconic and enigmatic works.

1:02
Neil Young on David Geffen’s success as a media mogul

Neil Young speaks about David Geffen’s role as a performer in the art of the deal.

15:10
How Rita Moreno auditioned and rehearsed for West Side Story

Rita Moreno reflects on the 1961 production of "West Side Story."

20:32
How Billy Crystal learned to imitate Sammy Davis, Jr.

Billy Crystal speaks on his admiration for and working relationship with Sammy Davis, Jr.

19:23
Rare footage of Max Roach and Abbey Lincoln's collaboration

Take a peek inside Max Roach and Abbey Lincoln’s musical process in this exclusive.

25:51