Alan Stoker shares some insight on Patsy Cline's work
Alan Stoker talks about Patsy's gift as a singer and an artist, exploring the difference in style between live performances and studio recordings.
The tension between Patsy Cline and Jimmy Dean
Bill Anderson, long-time friend of Jimmy Dean, comments on the "not quite oil-and-water" relationship between Cline and Dean.
Listen to how Patsy Cline "fibbed" to perform on CBS
Julie Fudge, daughter of Patsy Cline, shares a story about how Cline's mother fibbed, acting as her manager, in order to get Patsy Cline onto Arthur Godfrey's CBS show to perform live.
How Patsy Cline overcame the good ol' boys club
When Patsy Cline began working in country music, female headliners were rare. Her tenacity and talent allowed her to overcome bias and become one of the first female solo artists in country music.
Learn how Rosanne Cash's grandmother inspired her
Singer, songwriter and author Rosanne Cash shares how her grandmothers endurance and optimism inspires her to this day. #InspiringWomanPBS
Learn which Patsy Cline songs inspire Reba McEntire
Some of the last songs Patsy Cline recorded, especially "Sweet Dreams," still inspire country musicians like Reba McEntire today.
Learn about Patsy Cline's first record deal
When Patsy Cline first signed a record deal with Four Star Records, she was paid half of the industry standard, and walked away with 2.34% minus deductions.
How a car crash nearly ended Patsy Cline's career
At 29 years old, with a successful career and several hits climbing the charts, Patsy Cline was almost killed in a head-on car collision. Permanent scarring and chronic pain could've ended the young musician's career, but Cline refused to let it slow her down. Six weeks after the accident, still on crutches, she appeared on the Grand Ol' Opry's stage to perform her biggest hit yet: Crazy.
Hear how Patsy Cline met her husband, Charlie Dick.
Patsy Cline and Charlie Dick were two young, passionate musicians from working-class backgrounds. After meeting at a club, the two struck up a relationship, and it seemed like a perfect match.
Learn how Patsy Cline broke social norms in the '50s
Forced to drop out of school to earn money, Patsy Cline was an incredibly hard worker, holding several jobs as a teenager while also singing with local groups and competing in talent shows. Cline was unafraid of breaking with social norms and walked her own path, wearing men's pants and bright red lipstick.
How Patsy Cline balanced home life and commercial success
Despite growing commercial success and a rigorous schedule, Patsy Cline continued to manage her household herself. Even as "Crazy" rocketed to the top of the charts in 1962, she balanced domestic duties like cooking, cleaning and raising her children with all of the demands of life as a performing artist.
Patsy Cline: Filmmaker Interview
Filmmaker Barbara Hall comments on the making of the film, "Patsy Cline."
The Inspiring Woman behind Lackawanna Blues' Nanny
Ruben Santiago-Hudson took a moment to share a story for American Masters' #InspiringWomanPBS campaign. Learn about the woman behind Lackawanna Blues' Nanny.
Dr. Angelou's inauguration poem for President Bill Clinton
When Bill Clinton decided to have a poet read at his inauguration, he immediately knew it should be Maya Angelou.
Explore the friendship between Maya Angelou and Malcolm X
While Maya Angelou was living with her son in Ghana, she met and began working with Malcolm X.
Listen to Dr. Maya Angelou's take on creative writing
Listen to Dr. Maya Angelou as she describes the challenges she faced as a writer and the process behind creating literature.
Maya Angelou's missed opportunity to work with Pearl Bailey
As a single mother, Maya Angelou struggled to provide for her son. An opportunity to perform with Pearl Bailey would've meant a regular income and less time on the road, but unfortunately Maya was not given the job.
Hear how Maya Angelou met Tupac Shakur for the first time
Without realizing it, Maya Angelou met Tupac Shakur, and the two ended up sharing a powerful moment together.
Learn about Norman Lear's friendship with Dr. Maya Angelou
Learn how Norman Lear struck up a friendship with Dr. Maya Angelou. In this video, he shares his respect for Dr. Angelou's character and work, and talks about the time his family spent with her.
Go behind the scenes with John Singleton
John Singleton shares why he believes Dr. Angelou's story is so important in this behind-the-scenes footage from "American Masters - Maya Angelou: And Still I Rise."
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