PETE SEEGER 90th Birthday Concert to Air on PBS Great Performances !

PETE SEEGER 90th Birthday Concert to Air on PBS Great Performances !
MUSIC NEWS -  The historic Pete Seeger 90th Birthday Concert at NYC's Madison Square Garden (May 3, 2009),  will be recorded live by THIRTEEN’s Great Performances (in HD) and aired in late summer on PBS.   Seeger is, of coures, the legendary folk artist, political activist, and avid environmentalist who throughout his career has demonstrated that the power of music can inspire change, takes center stage at Madison Square Garden with an all-star roster of performers to benefit Hudson River Sloop Clearwater. Founded by Seeger, the non-profit organization was created to protect and restore the Hudson River.

“Approaching 90, Pete Seeger's great deeds shine on and continue to remind us that nothing is beyond our reach,” said Jeff Rumpf, Executive Director for Clearwater. “Clearwater thanks the many gracious musicians gathering to celebrate Pete’s life and help create the next generation of environmental leaders.”

Joining Seeger for the once-in-a-lifetime concert are Bruce Springsteen, John Mellencamp, Arlo Guthrie, Joan Baez, Kris Kristofferson, Richie Havens, Roger McGuinn, Ani DiFranco, Taj Mahal, Ruby Dee, Ben Harper, Peggy Seeger, and Dave Matthews, among others who perform songs inspired by Seeger’s music and activism. Pete will perform one song (still secret) !

Back in February 2008, THIRTEEN co-produced and broadcast the first and only authorized biography of Seeger, American Masters: Pete Seeger: The Power of Song (buy the dvd below). The film was awarded with a Primetime Emmy.

Published 5/3/09 by

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  • As a semi retired hippie/love fan, I respect your time in the sun, your time to shine and I join everyone else wishing you a birthday of peace and love...
    LindaA19 8/5/09 Reply
  • Truly a joyous occasion! Great to see Pete. So good to see all of our old friends. Joan Baez...One of my idols, and of course, Kristofferson...One of my old time heart throbs. Great Job Guys.
    Anonymous 8/1/09 Reply
  • You have not only influenced and inspired me but have also inspired my 2 sons who are now grown. We are all richer because of your life. Thank you so much and happy birthday!
    Anonymous 5/4/09 Reply
  • A fantastic concert and a perfect tribute to an American hero. When the PBS special appears, listen specifically to Springsteen's comments, near the end of the show.
    Rich
    Anonymous 5/4/09 Reply
  • Happy Birthday, Pete!
    Thank you for standing up for the poor and disenfranchised. Thank you for standing up for peace. Thank you for championing the environment. You've shown us that one person CAN do so much.
    Anonymous 5/3/09 Reply
  • Bravo, Pete!! Happy Birthday! To life, to song, to the light you've brought to the world,
    Love,
    Weezie KL
    Anonymous 5/3/09 Reply
  • Happy 90th Birthday, Pete. You have been an inspiration for my entire life. We celebrated you at our Unitarian church last Sunday - the music is as meaningful as ever.
    THANK YOU,
    Sue
    Anonymous 5/3/09 Reply
  • One of my favorite people--a living legend--is 90 . Thank you for letting us share your life
    and your music for all these years.
    Ann Mac
    Anonymous 5/3/09 Reply
  • Happy 90th Birthday Pete Seeger!!!! I really wish I have made it to the concert today but look forward to seeing it on PBS this summer!
    ForestaC 5/3/09 Reply
  • I have been streaming pete's music through my computer all day from the "Folk Alley" site...sing on Pete; you continue to inspire us with your selfless devotion and song..
    Jeanne
    Anonymous 5/3/09 Reply
  • HAPPY BIRTHDAY PETE
    Thanke you for all the love you have added to the world!
    Ann
    AnnK12 5/3/09 Reply