Marion Anderson, soloist, and James DePreist, conductor, sit down with Studs Terkel prior to their Grand Park Weekend Concert where "Berjack Symphony No. 2 or 7" will be played with the 'Copland Preamble for Solemn Occasion" as well as a group of Negro Spirituals with "Ava Maria". Marian Anderson begins the interview by singing "Erlkonig" and concludes with "Ava Maria". She discusses the early influence of the first Negro arts singer, Roland Hayes had on her in Philadelphia and his "He Never Said a Mumberlin' Word" is played. Both Anderson and DePreist discuss how song becomes drama.

The Polish novelist sits down with Studs to discuss her new novel, The Olive Grove, and other works.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations

The Polish novelist sits down with Studs to discuss her new novel, The Olive Grove, and other works.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations

The Polish novelist sits down with Studs to discuss her new novel, The Olive Grove, and other works.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

The Austrian American singer and actress gives some insight into her work with husband, Kurt Weill, and playwright Bertolt Brecht.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

On a trip to Chicago, the harmonica player and soundtrack composer, sits down with Studs to talk about his career in music and in film.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations 

Program includes an excerpt of a 1978 interview with songwriter and labor rights activist Florence Reece.