Michael Feinstein's American Songbook (2010) is a documentary web series in English. On MovieLinkBD: full story, cast, ratings, season & episode guide, official trailer and where to watch Michael Feinstein's American Songbook online in HD.
Michael Feinstein's American Songbook — Storyline
Pianist-singer Michael Feinstein leads a tour through American musical history, from the jazz days of the 1920s through the music of World War II and on into the 1950s and '60s, with the advent of rock 'n' roll. In his quest to celebrate some of America's finest composers, he touches on the works of George and Ira Gershwin, Richard Rodgers, Harold Arlen and Johnny Mercer. The passionate preservationist shares personal stories of his efforts to save America's musical heritage, as well as anecdotes about composers and lyricists he's worked with over the years.
Cast & Crew
- Starring: Michael Feinstein
Michael Feinstein's American Songbook — Series Details
| First Air Date | 2010-10-06 |
| Seasons | 3 |
| Episodes | 9 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Network | PBS |
| Status | Returning Series |
Michael Feinstein's American Songbook — Episode Guide
Season 1
- E1: Putting On the Tail Fins (1950s–1960s) (2010-10-06) — In the 1950s and 1960s, the Great American Songbook competed with new forms like rock ‘n’ roll, and rhythm & blues. As Feinstein crisscrosses the country performing with big bands,
- E2: Best Band in the Land (1940s) (2010-10-13) — While preparing an original patriotic song, Michael weaves in the history of 1940s big bands, USO shows, V-disks, war bond rallies, and the powerful role popular music played in bo
- E3: A New Step Every Day (1920s–1930s) (2010-10-20) — In the fast and furious 1920s and 1930s, jazz was hot, credit was loose, and illegal booze flowed freely in underground speakeasies. Between performances, Feinstein illustrates the
Season 2
- E1: Time Machines (2012-02-03)
- E2: Lost and Found (2012-02-10)
- E3: Saloon Singers (2012-02-17) — Nightlife has always played an important role in popular culture, from Delta juke joints to the Vegas strip. Join Michael on a tour of nightclubs, from blues dives to the casinos w
Season 3
- E1: Show Tunes (2013-04-05) — Stars in the Broadway universe don’t shine much brighter than Stephen Sondheim, Angela Lansbury and Christine Ebersole.
- E2: Let's Dance (2013-04-05) — Fred Astaire is Michael Feinstein’s favorite singer—but he also was the favorite singer of Irving Berlin, Cole Porter and the Gershwins. Why was this dancer, first-and-foremost, so
- E3: On the Air (2013-04-12) — Today, American Idol is the country’s biggest music star-maker, but decades ago, the Golden Age of Radio fulfilled the idol-making role in the USA.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many seasons does Michael Feinstein's American Songbook have? 3 season(s) with 9 episodes.
Where can I watch Michael Feinstein's American Songbook? See the Where to Watch section above for current streaming options.
