11th and Grant RSS feed for KUSM programming.http://watch.montanapbs.orgen-ushttp://watch.montanapbs.orgWed, 16 May 2012 19:02:41 -0400Wed, 16 May 2012 19:02:41 -0400http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/2227457215/They write songs because they love to. They compose without a particular band in mind or even an intention that their song will find a performer. These three men create song after song and keep them to themselves...until now. Chris Cundy, Rick Winking and Gregory Lind share the secret world of their original creations with influences of folk, jazz and rock/hip hop.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/2227457215/04/26/2012Experience the never before heard sound of The Songwriters.MusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsEpisodehttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/2213003262/Old Country Celtic comes to 11th & Grant with the authenticity and passion that is central to the Irish tradition. Tra Le Gael is a four piece Celtic string, wind and vocal ensemble based in the Flathead Valley. They perform traditional ballads and soaring airs to driving, energetic reels and jigs.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/2213003262/03/22/2012Tra Le Gael brings fresh energy to traditional celtic music.MusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsEpisodehttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/2200987059/At the crossroads of traditional jazz guitar, funk, and experimental music, a hard-driving Billings band comes to 11th & Grant. Alex Nauman, with the skills and jazz savvy of someone twice his age, is joined by Erik Olsen on the Hammond C-3 organ and Brad Edwards on the drums.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/2200987059/02/24/2012The Alex Nauman Trio takes the stage.MusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsEpisodehttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/2188584969/In the tradition of original outlaws like Willie Nelson and David Allan Coe, the music of The Dirty Shame is resistant to classification and genre. Often regarded as outlaw country, the Dirty Shame brings together influences from rock, country, blues, Honky-tonk and Irish roots. Their original music is full of emotional highs and lows drawn from their own life experiences.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/2188584969/01/19/2012Take a journey into the Wild West with The Dirty ShameMusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsEpisodehttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/2178981333/Featuring traditional and original music, musicians from across the state return to 11th & Grant to perform their Christmas favorites.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/2178981333/12/22/2011Featuring traditional and original music, musicians from across the state of Montana.MusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyHolidaysHolidaysEpisodehttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/2168433602/Led by the powerful songwriting panache of Ashly Holland, Livingston band Little Jane and the Pistol Whips expertly braids the style of early country into their own unique blend of Montana Made Americana.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/2168433602/11/17/2011A unique blend of Montana Made Americana.MusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyPeople & ProfilesPeople & ProfilesEpisodehttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1985759935/This legendary singer has toured all over the world with some of rock's biggest names: Savoy Brown, Fleetwood Mac and Black Sabbath. Today, the Dave Walker Band performs blues-rock with a bit of R&B. Formed in 2007, the band features Montana players Jimmy Lewis on guitar, Eddie Tsuru on bass, Mike Gillan on drums and Chris Cundy on keyboards.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1985759935/06/09/2011The Dave Walker Band performs blues-rock with a bit of R&B;.MusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsEpisodehttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/2002157301/Classical Guitarist Stuart Weber, is a fourth generation Montanan, and accomplished solo artist. Mentored by legendary guitarist Christopher Parkening, he performs the classics with uncompromising virtuosity, while his original pieces interpret the natural environment, with melodic inspiration and sensitivity. Stuart is joined on this episode by Angella Ahn.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/2002157301/06/15/2011Listen to classical guitarist Stuart Weber, an accomplished solo artist.MusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsEpisodehttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/2002000141/In America during the late 50s and early 60s, a new sound made landfall: Brazilian Jazz. This intimate, straight-time "bossa nova" sound quickly hit the airwaves and took hold on records and in live performances by everyone from Ella Fitzgerald to Dave Brubeck. RIO brings us a stylistically pure performance through the haunting voice of Julia Yates and the skilled hands of guitarist Tim Drackert.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/2002000141/06/14/2011RIO brings us a stylistically pure performance.MusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsEpisodehttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/2002108970/If you have Montana roots, you've no doubt heard of this energetic, driven rock band. inspired by the soft, sensitive songwriting style of John Mayer; the quirkiness of the Red Hot Chili Peppers; and the in-your-face, loud-and-proud attitude exemplified by country stars Big & Rich. Their sound is diverse, but focused in a way that you can only call The Clintons.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/2002108970/06/14/2011The Clintons come to rock the 11th & Grant Stage like never beforeMusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsEpisodehttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/2004213007/His music, part country and part folk, is permeated with honesty and candidly speaks to the American experience with the directness that only comes from a songwriter who has lived, first-hand, everything he writes, including his life growing up on the reservation.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/2004213007/06/15/2011Relax and listen to the gifted songwriter Wade Montgomery and his band.MusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsEpisodehttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1604038595/From Absarokee, Montana, the Oltrogge family band performs music made popular by Peter, Paul and Mary. America in the 1960s witnessed a shift toward music that spoke to human consciousness instead of being simple entertainment. Wanting his children to learn and enjoy some of the music of his youth, David Oltrogge taught his son, Luke, and his daughter, Hannah, to sing these songs.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1604038595/10/01/2010The Oltrogge Family stops in to perform on "11th & Grant"Arts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyEpisodehttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1475892369/11th & Grant presents 10 Foot Tall and 80 Proof, a honky-tonk band with a style somewhere between country, rock 'n' roll, ragtime, and boogie. American popular music is an amalgamation of styles, musicians from different backgrounds finding one another and merging their musical tastes into newly invented approaches.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1475892369/10/01/201011th & Grant presents the honky-tonk band 10 Foot Tall and 80 Proof.MusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyEpisodehttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1430703117/"11th & Grant" presents Jeremy Morton, a talented composer, singer and guitarist. Singer/songwriters are a mainstay in American music and Jeremy brings a direct and sincere approach to this episode. His performance is relevant and memorable, revealing why he is a Montana artist in demand.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1430703117/10/01/2010Features Jeremy Morton, a talented composer, singer and guitarist.MusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyEpisodehttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1603886004/Meet the musicians from Helena, Missoula, and Kalispell who make up The Last Chance Dixieland Jazz Band. In the early 1900s, on the heels of ragtime, another American music emerged: Dixieland. In this genre, some of the music is written out and some of it is improvised. The Last Chance Dixieland Jazz Band offers a fine example of traditional jazz in all of its toe tappin' glory.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1603886004/10/01/201011th & Grant presents the Last Chance Dixieland Jazz BandArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyEpisodehttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1604036180/In this classical installment of "11th & Grant" we present the Meritage String Quartet. Comprised of principle string players from the Bozeman Symphony, these fine performers have been stunning audiences with their virtuosity. From Mozart and Beethoven to Shostakovich and the moderns, the Meritage Quartet offers a wonderful evening of chamber music.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1604036180/10/01/2010The Meritage String Quartet joins "11th & Grant" for a stunning classical performance.Arts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyEpisodehttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1673567655/A jazz pianist and composer from Missoula, David Morgenroth performs his own music, showcasing technical mastery, incredible range and sensitivity. He is joined for two selections by Bozeman's Kelly Roberti on bass.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1673567655/11/29/2010Jazz Piano from Montana's own David Morgenroth.MusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsEpisodehttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1676765352/Folk music oftentimes relies on its ability to carry and tell a good story. It becomes especially powerful when you have a charismatic folk singer "bringing it on." The Blokes reveal the down-home magic of Keith Lawrie, a yarn spinner who moved to Montana 20 years ago from Australia, and has been working his magic across Montana to the delight of music loving audiences for quite awhile.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1676765352/12/01/2010Folk music from The Blokes.MusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsEpisodehttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1678642043/A household name in Montana to country-rock fans, Saddle Tramps has been performing around Montana for many years. As America is a melting pot of all cultures, American music is an amalgamation and after-mix of styles. Country music, folk music, and rock music, together in the perfect mix and balance, results in Saddle Tramps.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1678642043/12/02/2010The Montana country-rock sensation Saddle Tramps stops by the studio.MusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsEpisodehttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1678598447/You know, it's difficult to be sad or blue when you listen to bluegrass. Growling Old Men fuses bluegrass, country, and folk music into a unique Montana blend of some of the best music you've heard in a long time performed by three outstanding men. Here's an installment of "11th & Grant" that will simply lift you up and wash those worries away.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1678598447/12/02/2010The Growling Old Men stop by to play a unique blend of music.MusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsEpisodehttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1637097222/You are about to hear a very fine pianist, Azusa Komiyama, who has been performing since she was five years old. Now a deeply trained concert pianist, she brings brilliant and informed interpretations in rare, live performances of classical repertoire. She is joined by her husband, Shuichi for a few selections on flute.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1637097222/11/08/2010Azusa Komiyama plays classical piano with flute accompaniment from her husband Shuichi.MusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsEpisodehttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1676768162/Hooligans is a 6-piece 'roots rock' band, well known throughout Montana. Take a trip down memory lane with the 70s and 80s rock music that creates the foundation for rock n' roll - these guys are jammin'!http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1676768162/12/01/2010Rock out with the Hooligans.MusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsEpisodehttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1673604339/Finnegan Ridge is a pure Celtic band dedicated to capturing the compelling sounds of Irish music. Those of you with Irish heritage, and everyone else, are going to be thrilled with the haunting melodies, authentic approach, and dedication to detail and finesse of this fine 6-piece band.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1673604339/11/29/2010A 6-piece Irish band that is sure to please.MusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsEpisodehttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1673534107/Liza Hella and Ken Christensen grace our studio with a stellar performance of duo piano classical music. Settle back in your chairs and prepare yourself for a wonderful evening of classical piano music presented on the heels of their recent triumphant Carnegie Hall debut.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1673534107/11/29/2010Classical Piano by the duo Liza Hella and Ken Christensen.MusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsEpisodehttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1430417561/The unique sound of this family folk trio, performing original music by one of the members, guitarist David Casey, is both viable contemporary folk music and a flashback to the great folk era of the 1960s. You'll hear and see why Watercarvers Guild is in high demand all over the Northwest.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1430417561/10/01/2010The unique sound of the family folk trio featuring music by member David CaseyMusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyEpisodehttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1641882743/The Bridger Creek Boys are a highly energized Bluegrass/Newgrass band that has been thrilling audiences in concerts and festivals all over Montana and Wyoming for the last couple of years. Brace yourself for some up-tempo, exciting music that will feel like something that happened at the end of the long day's journey of the pioneers in the Westward movement.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1641882743/11/12/2010Enjoy the sweet sounds of the Bridger Creek Boys.MusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsEpisodehttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1900207526/"WWW.TWANG" is a five-piece vintage, traditional Montana country & western band whose performances of "real" country music make you want to jump to your feet and dance. Long time 'house band' at Stacey's in Gallatin Gateway, this band now performs frequently at the Chico Hot Springs Saloon, Pine Creek, and other well-visited Montana live musichttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1900207526/04/27/2011Enjoy the music of Twang!MusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsEpisodehttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1903006952/The "Tappan/Roberti Quartet" consists of four of the finest jazz players anywhere with Ann Tappan (piano), Kelly Roberti (bass), MJ Williams (vocals), and Brad Edwards (drums). Their sound is the 'state of the art' jazz that international audiences cherish and yearn for.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1903006952/04/29/2011Four of the finest jazz players anywhere take the stage.MusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsEpisodehttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1902990534/Bob Nell, solo pianist, won the coveted national Dewars Prize for solo jazz piano performance. As a brilliant composer and soloist, Bob brings his tender truths and his stunning virtuosity to the program with a show-stopping performance of original music.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1902990534/04/29/2011Bob brings his tender truths and his stunning virtuosity to the program.MusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsEpisodehttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1872446246/"Montana Rose" just returned from Nashville, Tennessee where they recorded a new album of acoustic music that reveals yet another layer of the pure and honest sound this acoustic country quartet is known for, all around Montana and far beyond.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1872446246/04/07/2011A unique blend of country music, all acoustic, straight from the heart.MusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsEpisodehttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1900230730/The "Shuffle Bums" are a classic 1959-era blues band, who rock the house with well-known and nearly forgotten blues tunes with vocals, harmonica, guitar, stand-up bass, and drums. Based in Livingston and Bozeman, this group performs for their huge following at clubs in the region, and at the Pine Creek Cafe and Chico Hot Springs.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1900230730/04/27/2011The Shuffle Bums have come to rock the house.MusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsEpisodehttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1881338883/Backburner showcases their stylistic variety with energized performances of original tunes composed by Alan Fauque (saxophones), Eddie T. (electric Bass), and, our program host, Eric Funk (piano). Mike Gillan (drums) fills out the quartet with his fine jazz drumming, exhibiting his skills on swing, Latin, funk, and jazz waltz. This is a program that will keep your toes 'a tappin'!http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1881338883/04/13/2011Backburner performs in a fantastic variety of styles.MusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsEpisodehttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1887483740/In keeping with our philosophy, "All Music - All Montana," we are proud to present a classical music program: Elizabeth Croy (soprano) and Julie Gosswiller (piano). With a touch of elegance, these musicians present a program of classical art song. Don't miss this superb duo!http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1887483740/04/18/2011With a touch of elegance, these musicians present a program of classical art song.MusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsEpisodehttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1881338897/After years of international recognition as a performing and recording artist, Aaberg brings his magic and charisma to the screen featuring his own compositions for solo piano, drawing largely from his newest CD "Blue West." The energized, versatile, and simultaneously forceful and tender music of Philip Aaberg reveals to his fans why this rising star is always rising.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1881338897/04/13/2011Philip Aaberg reveals to his fans why this rising star is always rising.MusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsEpisodehttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1844833835/The Trio is led by Jeni's powerful and honest voice, capable of effortlessly delivering complex classical and modern jazz dichotomies in one breath, breezy folk tunes with a modern twist and vibrant original pop in another. Rounding out the Trio's full-bodied melodies are Jake Fleming, Jeni's husband, on guitar and saxophone, and Chad Langford on bass.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1844833835/03/16/2011Enjoy this talented acoustic trioMusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsEpisodehttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1475915845/An extended interview with Preston White of Ten Foot Tall and 80 Proof from episode #502 of 11th and Grant with Eric Funk.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1475915845/10/01/2010An extended interview with Preston White of Ten Foot Tall and 80 ProofMusicMusichttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1474734023/An extended interview with Aaron Rasmussen of Ten Foot Tall and 80 Proof from episode #502 of 11th and Grant with Eric Funk.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1474734023/10/01/2010An extended interview with Aaron Rasmussen of Ten Foot Tall and 80 Proof.MusicMusichttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1475904848/An extended interview with Kris Clone of Ten Foot Tall and 80 Proof from episode #502 of 11th and Grant with Eric Funk.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1475904848/10/01/2010An extended interview with Kris Clone of Ten Foot Tall and 80 Proof.MusicMusichttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1580166464/A preview of the upcoming Fall 2010 season of 11th & Grant.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1580166464/10/01/2010A preview of the upcoming Fall 2010 season of 11th & Grant.Arts & EntertainmentArts & Entertainmenthttp://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1474741835/An extended interview with Josh Heins of Ten Foot Tall and 80 Proof from episode #502 of 11th and Grant with Eric Funk.http://watch.montanapbs.org/video/1474741835/10/01/2010An extended interview with Josh Heins of Ten Foot Tall and 80 Proof.MusicMusic