Now Hear This "Virtuosos" Preview

Season 51 Episode 15

About the Episode

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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Extras

Great Performances at the Met Season 18

Great Performances at the Met season 18 begins February 4, 2024.
Great Performances at the Met: La Forza del Destino Preview

Yannick Nézet-Séguin conducts Verdi’s grand tale of love, deadly vendetta, and family strife.

0:30
Lise Davidsen in "La Forza del Destino"

Lise Davidsen performs the Act IV aria "La Forza del Destino."

1:52
Great Performances at the Met: Carmen Preview

Acclaimed English director Carrie Cracknell makes her Met debut.

0:30
Aigul Akhmetshina Performs "Habanera" from Carmen at the Met

Aigul Akhmetshina and the Met Chorus perform "L’amour est un oiseau rebelle"

1:34
In Memoriam: Jac Venza

Great Performances mourns the passing of its founding Executive Producer, Jac Venza.

0:20
In Memoriam: Jac Venza

Great Performances mourns the passing of its founding Executive Producer, Jac Venza.
Audra McDonald Performs "Climb Ev'ry Mountain"

Audra McDonald Performs "Climb Ev'ry Mountain" in this anniversary concert.

1:05
Rodgers & Hammerstein's 80th Anniversary

Features an all-star cast at London’s Theatre Royal Drury Lane.

1:28:14
Preparing Lutiebelle to Become Cousin Bee

Purlie (Leslie Odom, Jr.) prepares Lutiebelle by quizzing her about her "past."

2:45