A new documentary on Billy Strayhorn as part of the PBS series “Independent Lens” is playing later this week. Here’s a link to the NPR story on “Talk of the Nation,” where you can listen to more info.
Independent Lens: Billy Strayhorn: Lush Life
A profile of composer Billy Strayhorn, whose songs include “Take the `A’ Train” and “Lush Life.” Among those performing songs by Strayhorn: Elvis Costello, Dianne Reeves, Bill Charlap, Joe Lovano and Russell Malone.
IPTV (Channel 11):
Sunday, February 11, 10:30pm
NET1 (Channel 12):
Thursday, February 8, 2:00am
Sunday, February 11, 3:00am
NET2 [D]:
Saturday, February 10, 9:00pm
Sunday, February 11, 3:00am
Sunday, February 11, 10:00pm