Gershwin Prize

Smokey Robinson: The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize

Season 2016 Episode 1 | 1h 24m 54s

Enjoy an all-star tribute to Smokey Robinson, the 2016 recipient of the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song, with performances by Robinson, as well as Aloe Blacc, Gallant, CeeLo Green, JoJo, Ledisi, Tegan Marie, Kip Moore, Corinne Bailey Rae, Esperanza Spalding, The Tenors, BeBe Winans, and a special appearance by Berry Gordy, Founder of Motown — with Samuel L. Jackson as host.

Aired: 02/10/17 | Rating: NR

Corporate funding provided by Wells Fargo. Major support provided by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, AARP, The Leonore S. Gershwin Trust and The Ira & Leonore Gershwin Philanthropic Fund. Funding also provided by the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers; FTS International; and William C. Burton. Travel provided by United Airlines.

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Extras From This Episode

• CeeLo Green | Smokey Robinson: The Gershwin Prize

  Clip: S2016 Ep1 | 2m 59s

• Corinne Bailey Rae | Smokey Robinson: The Gershwin Prize

  Clip: S2016 Ep1 | 3m 14s

• Esperanza Spalding | Smokey Robinson: The Gershwin Prize

  Clip: S2016 Ep1 | 3m 17s

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